Senior Construction Project Specialist

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority seeks a Senior Construction Project Specialist (term) to provide senior coordination and administration for complex capital works and maintenance projects. You will lead cost estimates, procurement, and construction oversight, while driving process improvements and reporting.

The role requires a civil engineering degree, 5+ years of senior port project experience, and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline is required.
• Minimum 5 years of senior-level experience in leading port-related capital and maintenance projects.
• Excellent computer skills including databases and MS 365.
• Professional Engineer designation and PMP certification are assets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and submissions for program and contract approvals.
• Prepare procurement packages and coordinate procurement processes; review and evaluate proposals and recommend selection.
• Coordinate and administer construction activities: Inspect and record construction progress; manage progress claims and contract changes.
• Track program budgets and schedules; implement change management to meet targets; prepare cost and progress reports.
• Coordinate with Asset Management to input data into VFPA’s Asset Management System.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline

Professional Engineer (PE) designation

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Tools

MS 365

Databases

Job description

Senior Construction Project Specialist (Term)

At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, the work we do matters. Every day, our people help connect Canada to global markets,strengthen supply chains, support sustainable growth, and shape the future ofCanada’s largest port.

If you're looking for purposeful workwhere your contributions make a difference, you'll find it here - supported bya team that is collaborative, innovative, and committed to excellence.

· Meaningful work that contributes to Canada’s trade and economicprosperity

· Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth

· A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture

· Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

· Flexible programs that support employee wellbeing and work-lifeintegration

Help build and maintain critical infrastructure thatsupports Canada’s trade gateway, working alongsideindustry-leading professionals on projects with a lasting impact oncommunities, the economy, and environmentalprotection.

If you’re looking forwork that is meaningful, challenging, and connected to something bigger, we’dlove to hear from you. Join us and discover how your career can help shapeCanada’s future.

The Senior Construction Project Specialist (repterm for a period up to March 12, 2027) is responsible for providing senior coordination and administration expertise to the design and construction of complex capital works and maintenance projects. This position is also responsible for senior technical input and identifying, recommending and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiencies.

What success looks like

· Prepare cost estimatesand submissions for program and contract approvals.

· Prepare procurementpackages and coordinate procurement processes. Review and evaluate proponentsubmissions and recommend selection.

· Liaise with, instructand recommend approval of all phases of consulting work. Provide recommendationson project functional/performance requirements and conduct constructabilityreviews.

· Coordinate andadminister construction activities: Inspect and record construction activitiesand progress. Prepare and/or check progress claims. Prepare and recommendapproval of contract changes. Evaluate and recommend approval of on-site constructionchanges.

· Track program andcontract budgets and schedules and implement change management procedures asrequired to meet project targets. Prepare project cost and progress reports,and any other necessary reporting.

· Compile projectclose-out data and coordinate with Asset Management team to select relevantdata for input to VFPA’s Asset Management System.

Qualifications

· Must have a Bachelor’sdegree with specialization in civil engineering or another acceptablediscipline that meets academic requirements for Engineers and Geoscientists BCregistration.

· A minimum of 5 years ofsenior level experience in leading port related capital and maintenanceprojects, condition assessments and design of port asset renewals (ie.inspecting, evaluating and rehabilitating port infrastructure).

· Must have excellentcomputer skills including databases, MS 365 products, apps and services.Professional Engineer designation and Project Management Professional (PMP)certification is an asset.

Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Temporary, Hybrid

Workingenvironment: Normal office conditions withoccasional exposure to inclement weather conditions or other hazards such asover water, operating terminals, roadways, rail corridors or constructionsites.

Marine Transportation Security Clearance

The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as this position is required to access restrictedareas/information as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.

ThisisCanadian-based employment, and allemployees are expected tomaintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. Applicants advancing in thehiring process may be subject totechnical assignments, psychometricassessments, and/or background checks, including but not limited to criminalrecord, credit, and/or reference checks.

Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process andwhile working with the port authority. If you require assistance with applyingto our openings or are seeking accommodations to apply in an alternativeformat, please contact us through a confidential, secure inbox [e-mail] are committed to supporting your needs and will do our best to provide thenecessary assistance.

• Contributes to the competitiveness, growth, and prosperity of the Canadian economy.
• Organizes marine transportation services that meet port users’ needs at a reasonable cost.
• Provides a high level of safety and environmental protection.
• Responds to local needs and priorities.
• Encourages and considers input from port users and local communities.
• Re-invests around 90% of our revenues back into trade enabling infrastructure.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority:

• Contributes to the competitiveness, growth, and prosperity of the Canadian economy.
• Organizes marine transportation services that meet port users’ needs at a reasonable cost.
• Provides a high level of safety and environmental protection.
• Responds to local needs and priorities.
• Encourages and considers input from port users and local communities.
• Re-invests around 90% of our revenues back into trade enabling infrastructure.

Our purpose statement

Enabling Canada's trade by being reliable and innovative, while protecting the environment.

Our values

• We drive efficiency to optimize performance.
• We build strong relationships to succeed together.
• We are customer-focused to deliver on our commitments.
• We are accountable to find solutions and take the right action.
• We are one team to achieve our purpose.