Job Information
City of Toronto PROJECT MANAGER ECS in Toronto, Ontario
PROJECT MANAGER ECS
Job ID: 50831
Job Category:
Division & Section: Engineering & Construction Services, ECS Linear Underground Infrastructure
Work Location: METRO HALL, Metro Hall
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $93,734-$123,449
Shift Information: M-F, 35 hrs per week per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Qualified List will be established to fill permanent and temporary positions.
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 18-Oct-2024 to 01-Nov-2024
Job Description
To provide project management and technical expertise in the area of Green Infrastructure to deliver and support Engineering & Construction Services core businesses including Capital Works Program.
Major Responsibilities:
Implements detailed plans and recommends policies/procedures regarding program specificrequirements.
Provides input into and administers assigned budget, ensuring that expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations.
Manages and provides leadership for assigned projects from inception to completion. Assesses funding, schedule, scope requirements, develops Terms of Reference, fully defines project deliverables and manages change conditions.
Ensures effective teamwork, communication, high standards of work quality, organizational performance, documentation and continuous learning.
Assists with and conducts research ensuring that best practices, developments within the field, corporate policies, legislation and initiatives by other levels of government are taken into account.
Oversees and evaluates the work performance of external service providers with respect to quality, timeline, cost and completion of required tasks. Finalizes contract payments and implements quality control/quality assurance, finalizes contract payments and ensures project expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budgets.
Prepares estimates to assists in preparation of the capital budget.
Leads project teams and supervises/directs project team members, consultants and contractors. Provides specialized design services, technical advice and expertise to support the units of the Division/Cluster/Corporation. Modifies established guidelines, standards and processes, devises new approaches, applies existing criteria in innovative ways and draws conclusions from comparative situations.
Identifies, evaluates and provides technical expertise and recommendations for the resolution of issues with assigned projects. Ensures compliance within guidelines by acting as a signing authority
Participates at meetings with the public, stakeholders and councillors.
Acts as a technical specialist at project and organizational meetings with planners, administrators, contractors and other external service providers, as well as at hearings, court proceedings, grievances and arbitrations and othertribunals.
Reviews drawings, purchasing documents and specifications prepared by staff, contractors and consultants.
Assists with the preparation of Committee and Council reports, presentations, purchasing documents, contract plans, specifications and estimates.
Evaluates proposals and/or bids and makes recommendations for award of contracts.
Secures permits and approvals as required from external agencies and internaldepartments.
Maintains relationships with councillors, the public, consultants, government agencies, developers, suppliers and contractors relative to the position’s responsibilities.
Analyzes business processes and related data to enable continuous improvement and control measures for quality, efficiency and effectiveness of services and formulatesrecommendations.
Reviews and analyzes new technologies and best practices for utilization in existing or future service requirements.
Ensures the proper maintenance of all required documentation and produces or supervises the production of such documents.
Performs site inspections and condition assessments for construction projects.
Participates in studies, analyses, surveys, research and helps develop effective solutions for complex problems while controlling measures for quality, efficiency and effectiveness ofservices.
Establishes and maintains linkages to other units in the City to co-ordinate input and ensure effective partnership.
Promotes standardization relating to project administration, documentation, processes and technical design.
Ensures excellent customer service is provided to both internal and external clients.
Key Qualifications:
Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline such Civil Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable project management experience in undertaking Green Infrastructure implementation into street right-of-way.
Experience with Green Infrastructure design, including studies (concept development), and detailed design,.
Knowledge of permits and approvals pertaining to GreenInfrastructure.
Ability to read, interpret and report on engineering plans, drawings, technical memos, reports and specifications, in a timely manner.
Proficient in using general computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office) and applications of specialized software (e.g., GIS, AutoCAD, total station).
Knowledge of legislation related to stormwater and other applicable legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all organizationallevels.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, while ensuring the delivery of high quality customerservice.
Possess a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence and require access to a vehicle to travel to various work locations and construction sites in a timely manner.
Note To Current City of Toronto Employees
City of Toronto employees are eligible to apply for the posted job opportunity, but cannot hold twodifferent jobs. To be considered for this job posting, you must indicate that you are a "Current City of Toronto employee" on the on-line application form, and provide your "Employee Number".
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Accommodation
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