City of Oshawa, located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, is a progressive city of 172,000 people and is the economic engine of the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Our strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced our quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to fiscal restraint.

Job Title:   Regular Full-Time Project Manager    

Posting Number:  004148  

Department:   Safety and Facilities Services Department 

Branch:  Facilities Management Services   

Location: General 

Eligible for Hybrid Work: Yes

Posting Start Date: 2023/02/14

Posting End Date:  2023/02/22 by 4:30pm

Employment Group:   Exempt   

Salary Grade:   P-$99,130 - $116,624 per annum  

Standard Weekly Hours of Work:  36.25   

Shift Work Required:  No

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Capital and Technical Services, the Project Manager, is responsible for managing and leading large scale projects and initiatives and managing cross functional teams to deliver projects on time and on budget, over the entire project life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating the project management function including but not limited to budgeting, resource allocation, stakeholder communication and site inspections for all capital projects
• Managing contractors and sub-trades through regular meetings to ensure quality control, health and safety standards, contract compliance, project completion/review and warranty
• Managing project/contract administration including cost, schedule and change order control through ongoing monitoring and review against approved budget
• Liaising with project stakeholders and providing project management services including developing scope of work, detailed design/drawings, coordination of client department needs, bid preparation and document/permit maintenance and approvals and assisting with consultant selection and management

Requirements

• Knowledge and skills generally associated with the completion of a four (4) year university degree in Engineering or Architecture and a minimum of seven (7) years in a project management environment, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation and technical training in building sciences is an asset. Municipal government experience is preferred
• Experience and demonstrated ability in leading large scale projects and initiatives and managing cross-functional team to deliver projects on time and budget
• Strong organizational, research and analytical skills are a must, as are highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and Power Point
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of various trades involved with environmental systems/services (HVAC and refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, life safety systems), building technologies, building infrastructure and land development
• Possession and maintenance of a valid, unrestricted Ontario Driver’s Licence, minimum Class “G”

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.

Please apply online at: https://oshawa.jobs.net/en-CA/search

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file.  Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC.  If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process or assistance with the application process please contact us at humanresources@oshawa.ca or 905-436-5666. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.