PM Reporting & Standards Coordinator

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Edmonton seeks a Project Management Reporting and Standards Coordinator to enhance project management processes. This full-time role demands a degree in Business or Computer Science and 2+ years of experience in project management. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and advanced knowledge of SharePoint. The position offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Leadership and mentorship programs

Pension plans and benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in project management.
• Advanced knowledge of SharePoint and project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and report on project management processes and tools.
• Facilitate requirements gathering sessions with Subject Matter Experts.
• Advise end-users on system capabilities and navigation.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Collaboration skills

Facilitation skills

Education

University degree in Business Administration or Computer Science

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Power Apps

Power BI

Job description

Role Responsibilities

The Project Management Reporting and Standards Coordinator reports to the Senior Project Management Support Specialist to develop and report on project management processes and tools that support the ministry’s project management community in delivering infrastructure construction projects.

As new project delivery processes and methods emerge for infrastructure projects, and new requests from the project management community are brought forward, the role works with the Senior Project Management Support Specialist to ensure these processes align with established standards and that tools are developed promptly. The Coordinator provides support services on the Project Implementation Management System (PIMS) and other project management documents and tools, leading quality assurance and reporting activities. The role also ensures governance by maintaining and developing PIMS and other tools to meet ministry needs.

The position develops training for PIMS and other PM tools and templates for staff across the ministry, collaborating with project management community users to tailor and deliver necessary training.

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Facilitating requirements gathering sessions with Subject Matter Experts to develop and maintain project management documents aligned with standards for all project phases.
2. Advising end-users on system capabilities, navigation, and template use, ensuring applications are tailored for infrastructure projects and teams.
3. Developing and establishing processes to ensure technical standards for PIMS and other tools.
4. Providing leadership to ensure compliance with project management standards and governance.
5. Leading initiatives related to project management templates and support processes for alignment with standards.
6. Supporting end users of PM tools and systems.

The successful candidate will have :

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with staff and clients with varying system expertise.
• Analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Project management skills to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Collaboration skills to build relationships and influence positive outcomes, including understanding business process impacts.
• Facilitation, persuasion, and influencing skills to guide discussions and build consensus, with the ability to summarize discussions and document outcomes.

Qualifications

Minimum standards include a university degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related fields, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience. Advanced knowledge of SharePoint and project management principles is required.

Equivalency : Related education or experience may be considered on a 1:1 basis.

Assets :

• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and other relevant software such as Power Apps, Power Automate, PowerBI, Dataverse, Dynamics, and Project systems.
• Experience in capital project management and working in a Project Management Office (PMO).

Notes

This is a permanent, full-time position with 36.25 hours/week, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm), based in Edmonton, AB.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume demonstrating their qualifications. Any associated costs are the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain necessary documents from their current province.

Additional information about working for the Alberta Public Service, pension plans, benefits, professional development, and workplace culture can be found via provided links. The role offers flexible work arrangements, leadership, and mentorship programs.