Project Manager

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A public post-secondary educational institution in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Project Manager for its Campus Planning and Facilities department. This full-time role involves managing construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring they meet strategic educational objectives and are completed on time and within budget. Ideal candidates will have a background in Architecture or Engineering, alongside effective leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary and generous benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses

Wellness programs

Free access to Fitness Centre

Qualifications

• Three to five years current relevant work experience directly related to managing and administering projects.
• Demonstrated collaborative management style that engages employees.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and sustain stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Implement approved project plans and ensure they meet requirements.
• Manage project milestones and performance metrics.
• Conduct construction site visits to ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Contract negotiation

Education

Diploma of Technology – Architecture/Engineering or related bachelor degree

PMP or AIBC / APEGBC designation

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Microsoft Office

Job description

At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT's People Vision, which describes the Institute's goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it's vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people's imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we've earned the title of one of BC's Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s Campus Planning and Facilities department is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Project Manager. Facilities Development activities are undertaken to advance BCIT's strategic educational vision and to support facility renewal objectives. The division is responsible for the delivery of projects on BCIT campus lands, with an emphasis on the efficient utilization of assets and sustainable practices. A key objective of this position is to deliver general construction projects to its clients and stakeholders on time, on budget, and within scope and quality. The scope of the projects includes both renovation and new buildings and varies in complexity and size. As a member of the Facilities Management Team, this position leads a team of Senior Project Coordinators and liaises with all functions within the Facilities team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management

• Implement approved project plans from conception to completion and ensure they meet the requirements of the Ministry of Advanced Education and BCIT.
• Ensure projects are developed to meet the maintenance and operational needs; and requirements for the specific sites.
• Working with the Facilities Development team, develop processes and procedures relating to the delivery of projects in respect to new construction, upgrades, tenant improvements, system renewals (HVAC & electrical), civil works, life safety system upgrades, data and communication infrastructure upgrades, and other related services. Prepare estimates, project budgets, set project schedules, review technical documents, and make recommendations to Senior Management as required.
• Manage the project milestones and performance metrics in relation to deliverables and established targets. Confirm the validity of project estimations and assumptions at key milestones, and manage the project budget to ensure that it is within the allocated funding.
• Review deliverables across projects and manage scope and mitigate risks across projects.
• Maintain accurate project files and progress reports and regularly update. Alert the Associate Director to potential problems as the project progresses and make adjustments to the plans and budgets accordingly.
• Ensure that deficient work is completed in a timely manner on all projects; as-built drawings, operating and maintenance manuals, warranties and master plans are completed and delivered in a timely manner.
• Manage the day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of multiple projects, including those being coordinated by Project Coordinators.
• Participate in the preparation of RFPs for contractual services, evaluating and making recommendations for the award of contracts to consultants as required and ensure contract requirements and deliverables are regularly reviewed and met as they apply to the area.
• Conduct construction site visits on all projects to ensure progress and compliance with schedules and standards.
• Manage agreements and meet all requirements (including ongoing progress and financial reporting requirements) associated with the deliverables of projects.
• In consultation with others, establish a capital plan to ensure an optimum match between expertise and human resources requirements for projects.
• Oversee the accuracy of information in the project management system/database.
• Lead key building retrofit/building re-commissioning projects from conception to completion.

Leadership

• Develop project plans, secure resources, and assign work to team members.
• Manage and oversee the project work of Project Coordinators to ensure that they receive the direction and guidance to implement their projects within budget and on schedule.
• Provide guidance to the Project Coordinators and clerical staff in preparing tender packages, reviewing the tenders and making recommendations for the award of contracts.
• Involve all BCIT key staff and clients at various stages of a project by way of Technical Reviews or review of the project during critical stages in construction.
• Oversee the performance and development of staff. Provide direction, establish employee development programs and coaching/mentoring practices that promote individual and team competence, productivity, safety and customer-focused solutions. Probationary and annual performance reviews are scheduled and conducted.
• Provide direction and leadership to project staff and other employees involved in this area, consistent with policies and procedures of the Institute.
• Facilitate opportunities for networking and information sharing between faculty, staff, and administration involved in construction project management and delivery in order to ensure the development of best practices.
• Act as the lead Project Leader for key sustainable building projects, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams of engineers, contractors, technicians and architects.

Customer Service, Alliance, and Liaison

• Liaise with BCIT staff on progress of project work and with their educational, maintenance or operational concerns.
• Consult with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, consultants, contractors, external stakeholder and service providers.
• Complete project assessments with clients to determine the viability, needs, requirements and assist in the delivery of a project plan.
• Work with clients to develop the project scope in the feasibility stage, to define the budget, schedule and quality requirements.
• Assist and guide clients and staff in completing a business case in support of a project proposal.
• Manage the activities of in-house and outside agencies ensuring total completion of specific alterations and renovations.
• Manage the preliminary design and space planning requirements for minor projects.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by the Associate Director.
• Project manages research projects on behalf of BCIT.

Human Resources

• Promotes a learning environment by identifying and implementing employee training and development opportunities, ensuring that staff receives on the job training on desktop tools, safety, and changes to workplace procedures and policies/standards.
• Provides direction to staff on day-to-day administration and interpretation of the applicable collective agreements and is the School's lead on human resources and labour relation issues.
• Oversees the recruitment process, coordinating and participating in the majority of School selection committees. Ensures that participants from the School participating in selection committees are trained in effective recruitment practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Technology – Architecture/Engineering or related bachelor degree or PMP or AIBC / APEGBC designation.
• Three to five years current relevant work experience directly related to managing and administering projects, including some years working in a unionized environment. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated leadership, planning and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated collaborative management style that engages employees and mentors relationships to achieve work related goals.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modelling (BIM) software, Adobe and Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of the jurisdictional responsibilities of various Municipal and Provincial government agencies related to building by-law, zoning, environmental and safety requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and sustain a wide variety of stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to communicate (oral, written and presentation) effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of property management of educational facilities including health, safety, maintenance and operational requirements.
• Contract negotiation and administration skills.
• Sound knowledge of the practices and methods of architectural and engineering firms as related to administration of projects and building construction.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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Posting Category
Management

Salary Range
Salary Range: $85,046 - $116,939, with a control point of $106,308 per annum.

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and the maximum base salary for a position. The control point of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred, or promoted between the minimum and the control point of the salary range for a job, taking internal equity into account. Salaries above the control point may be considered for extenuating circumstances and must be approved by an external governing body.

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