Project Delivery Coordinator (4-year term)
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About the role
Detailed Job Description
Join us in enabling trade through Canada's largest port
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-length federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and waters that make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, as outlined in the Canada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives on behalf of all Canadians, ensuring the safe movement of goods through the Port of Vancouver while protecting the environment and considering local communities.
As an organization with a significant impact on communities and businesses across Canada, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We strive to create a workplace that mirrors the richness of our community, empowering all employees to achieve their full potential.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and administering the delivery of one or more programs (e.g. RBT2, Gateway program) and related infrastructure projects within the CFO Division.
As assigned, the Program Coordinator will collect and analyze project-level information and produce program-level reports and dashboards to help ensure coordination of inter-departmental contributions to the program and the efficient and consistent planning, execution, monitoring and controlling of elements common to the projects such as risk, schedule, resources, engagement and First Nations consultation; among others.
The Program Coordinator will also contribute to the development of the port authority’s Project Management Framework for capital projects, support the adoption of the framework by project teams, as well as identify opportunities for improvements and implement approved changes.
What You Do
Write briefing papers, business cases, submissions, reports and presentations to facilitate the approval of projects. Coordinate the planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and closing of various projects. Track open action items, issues and risks and ensure timely resolution. Provide construction and design coordination advice to the appointed Project Manager. Prepare requests for proposal; participate in the selection of consultants and contractors. Assist with the preparation of project cost estimates and progress reports. Prepare high level schedules for project delivery and resource management purposes. Assist in overseeing site investigation, topographic surveys and other pre-construction contracts. Coordinate and participate in communication and consultation with project stakeholders, including municipalities, road and rail authorities’ adjacent communities and First Nations. Coordinate and administer construction activities: inspect and record construction activities and progress. Report on project status through various internal VFPA tracking systems. Prepare and/or check progress claims. Participate in the preparation of monthly project status reports. Perform other assigned duties as required
What You Bring
Must have a university degree in civil engineering from a recognized educational institution along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the delivery of major infrastructure projects within complex multi-stakeholder environments including project development, procurement, design and construction supervision and contract administration. Must have excellent computer skills including the use of Microsoft office tools. Experience in the use of design software would be considered and asset. Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively and positively with all contacts, internally and externally. Must be able to work independently, accurately and on own initiative to maintain work output with minimum supervision. Must be a highly organized and detailed-oriented individual who can manage competing priorities and perform multiple tasks as required. Must have an excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
What We Offer
Market-competitive base salaries and variable incentive plan Generous and inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan Flexible remote work program Earned time off program Paid vacation and personal care leave Learning, development, and advancement opportunities Onsite gym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Temporary, Hybrid
Working environment: Normal office conditions.
This is Canadian-based employment, and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be subject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.
At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require support applying to our openings, please contact us at careers@portvancouver.com.
We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our Indigenous relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our website.
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Project Delivery Coordinator (4-year term)
Top Benefits
About the role
Detailed Job Description
Join us in enabling trade through Canada's largest port
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-length federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and waters that make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, as outlined in the Canada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives on behalf of all Canadians, ensuring the safe movement of goods through the Port of Vancouver while protecting the environment and considering local communities.
As an organization with a significant impact on communities and businesses across Canada, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We strive to create a workplace that mirrors the richness of our community, empowering all employees to achieve their full potential.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and administering the delivery of one or more programs (e.g. RBT2, Gateway program) and related infrastructure projects within the CFO Division.
As assigned, the Program Coordinator will collect and analyze project-level information and produce program-level reports and dashboards to help ensure coordination of inter-departmental contributions to the program and the efficient and consistent planning, execution, monitoring and controlling of elements common to the projects such as risk, schedule, resources, engagement and First Nations consultation; among others.
The Program Coordinator will also contribute to the development of the port authority’s Project Management Framework for capital projects, support the adoption of the framework by project teams, as well as identify opportunities for improvements and implement approved changes.
What You Do
Write briefing papers, business cases, submissions, reports and presentations to facilitate the approval of projects. Coordinate the planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and closing of various projects. Track open action items, issues and risks and ensure timely resolution. Provide construction and design coordination advice to the appointed Project Manager. Prepare requests for proposal; participate in the selection of consultants and contractors. Assist with the preparation of project cost estimates and progress reports. Prepare high level schedules for project delivery and resource management purposes. Assist in overseeing site investigation, topographic surveys and other pre-construction contracts. Coordinate and participate in communication and consultation with project stakeholders, including municipalities, road and rail authorities’ adjacent communities and First Nations. Coordinate and administer construction activities: inspect and record construction activities and progress. Report on project status through various internal VFPA tracking systems. Prepare and/or check progress claims. Participate in the preparation of monthly project status reports. Perform other assigned duties as required
What You Bring
Must have a university degree in civil engineering from a recognized educational institution along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the delivery of major infrastructure projects within complex multi-stakeholder environments including project development, procurement, design and construction supervision and contract administration. Must have excellent computer skills including the use of Microsoft office tools. Experience in the use of design software would be considered and asset. Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively and positively with all contacts, internally and externally. Must be able to work independently, accurately and on own initiative to maintain work output with minimum supervision. Must be a highly organized and detailed-oriented individual who can manage competing priorities and perform multiple tasks as required. Must have an excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
What We Offer
Market-competitive base salaries and variable incentive plan Generous and inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan Flexible remote work program Earned time off program Paid vacation and personal care leave Learning, development, and advancement opportunities Onsite gym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Temporary, Hybrid
Working environment: Normal office conditions.
This is Canadian-based employment, and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be subject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.
At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require support applying to our openings, please contact us at careers@portvancouver.com.
We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our Indigenous relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our website.