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The Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and closure of K-12 school capital projects while managing budgets, schedules, and multi-disciplinary project teams. They ensure compliance with government legislation and ministry standards while coordinating between consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

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Job InformationJob Title: Project Manager Job Requisition ID: 87178Ministry: InfrastructureLocation: CalgaryFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary/Wage: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: Open until filledClassification: Manager Zone 2Salary: $3,920.66 to $5,276.07/bi-weekly ($102,329 - $137,705/year) The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development. The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans. For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit: http://www.infrastructure.alberta.caRole Responsibilities The Project Manager directly manages the delivery of assigned K-12 school capital projects. This includes managing the multi-discipline projects involving architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, etc. As the project team leader, the Project Manager identifies project requirements with clients; coordinates the activities of all that support the project including in-house team members, private sector consultants, and contractors; and ensures that project scope, time, cost, and quality objectives are met. The Project Manager ensures all phases of project activities comply with relevant Government legislation, policies, guidelines, standards, and procedures. A key component of this position is working with stakeholders and industry to achieve results, requiring extensive professional knowledge of project management principles including knowledge of procurement, design, and construction disciplines. The primary responsibilities for the Project Manager include, but are not limited to: Managing the planning, execution, control, and closure of assigned capital projects within approved scope, cost, and schedule Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings Understanding related contracts language, claim review and dispute resolution process Ensuring that school capital projects are delivered in accordance with the requirements of the latest version of the School Capital Manual and approved project scope Managing project expenditures and budget management through all stages of project implementation to ensure maximum value within approved budget Working with internal and/or external stakeholders to control design process and ensure progress along efficient timelines. Ensures design aligns with Ministry design principles Directing consultants to ensure quality control of deliverables, such as building system start-up/verification reports, design reports and contract documents, and to ensure completeness and compliance with ministry standards and guidelines, and code requirements including LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Developing Ministerial briefings and correspondence on project-related issues Determining appropriate project delivery and tender process and evaluating construction bids to determine award of construction contracts. The Job Description is provided for further details on this position. APS Competencies Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. Creative Problem Solving – Works in open teams to share ideas and process issues: Uses wide range of techniques to break down problems. Agility – Proactively incorporates change into processes: Creates opportunities for improvement. Drive for Results – Works to remove barriers to outcomes, sticking to principles: Forecasts and proactively addresses project challenges. Build Collaborative Environments – Involves a wide group of stakeholders when working on outcomes: Involves stakeholders and shares resources. Qualifications Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Required: University graduation in a field related to the position assignment (e.g. Architecture or Engineering) Four (4) years of directly related experience. Assets: Construction Contract Administrator Certification or Project Management Certification Extensive project management experience with the planning, design, construction and commissioning of facilities Contract management experience, and considerable experience managing interdisciplinary teams and resources, and a diverse portfolio of building projects. Notes This position is a Permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm). Location: Calgary ABRequired Travel: 25 – 50%A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence is required for this positionAn onsite written assessment will be administered along with interviews. Applicants are required to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what we have to offer: Working for the Alberta Public Service. Management Employee Pension Plan (MEPP) Alberta Public Service Benefit Information. Professional learning and development. Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool. Positive workplace culture and work-life balance. How To ApplyApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please see Job Application Resources for information. In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jenny Luong at Jenny.Luong@gov.ab.ca

What you’ll do

The Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and closure of K-12 school capital projects while managing budgets, schedules, and multi-disciplinary project teams. They ensure compliance with government legislation and ministry standards while coordinating between consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a university degree in a field such as Architecture or Engineering and possess at least four years of directly related experience. A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence is required, and professional certifications in project management or contract administration are considered assets.

Benefits

• Management Employee Pension Plan • Professional learning and development • Positive workplace culture • Work-life balance

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project management
• Capital project delivery
• Contract management
• Budget management
• Procurement
• Construction management
• Stakeholder management
• Dispute resolution
• Architectural drawing interpretation
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Quality control
• LEED standards
• Risk management
• Strategic planning
• Interdisciplinary team leadership
• Operating Expense
• Project Implementation
• Project Management
• Planning
• Management
• Leadership
• Project Delivery
• Design Elements And Principles
• Accountability
• Research
• Budget Management
• Forecasting
• Economic Development
• Legislation
• Contract Management
• Project Scoping
• Quality Control
• Dispute Resolution
• Engineering Drawings
• Project Management Certification
• Educational Assessment
• Creative Problem Solving
• Environmental Design

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering
• Project Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists