Project Leader, Facilities Planning

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as a Project Leader in Facilities Planning. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning and execution of facilities projects, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You will lead teams, manage communications, and navigate the complexities of project management within a dynamic healthcare environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions that impact the lives of over a million residents. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in collaborative settings, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience managing facilities projects in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of capital project planning and implementation processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support planning, design, and implementation of facilities projects.
• Provide leadership to teams and manage contractors on projects.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma in Architectural and Building Technology

Diploma in Engineering Technology

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $38.13/Hr. - CAD $54.82/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Project Leader, Facilities Planning with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Project Leader, Facilities Planning to join the Facility Functional Planning team. Apply today to join our team!

As a Project Leader, Facilities Planning with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Report to the Manager, Planning and Projects or designate, the Project leader is responsible for overseeing and supporting the planning, design and/or implementation of assigned smaller facilities projects and/or projects with a lower degree of complexity across Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), including project planning, project management, communications, and contract management.
• Oversee assigned staff and provides leadership by directing work teams, contractors and consultants as needed on a project-by-project basis.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Diploma in Architectural and Building Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years' recent related experience managing, leading and directing facilities projects in a complex institutional environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of capital project planning and implementation processes including design, construction and procurement within current standards, codes, bylaws and regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and construction specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage planning, design and construction projects simultaneously.
• Ability to supervise and provide direction to team members.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, plan, organize, prioritize and implement projects in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic project environment with changing priorities.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to operate related equipment including related software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.