Assistant Project Manager

Job summary

The incumbent coordinates design and construction projects for civic facilities while managing budgets, schedules, and project specifications. They also perform field inspections and maintain records using specialized software like SAP and PMWeb.

Job details

This is administrative and technical work performed in the Civic Projects Division of the Lands & Facilities Department. The work involves project liaison and coordination of design and construction work for a variety of civic buildings and facilities; the preparation of various reports, project specifications, schedules, budgets, documents, and related matters; and field inspection of work performed. The incumbent also assists a supervisor in the management of specific projects. Overall project priorities are established by a supervisor and within those parameters an incumbent exercises considerable independence of judgement and action. Policy matters, complex problems, project status and significant budgetary matters are discussed with a superior who reviews the work in terms of effectiveness of services provided and the attainment of desired results. Performs related work as required. Qualifications include graduation from an Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Building Technology, including or supplemented by courses in project management plus sound related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Thorough knowledge of building costs, materials, methods and practices as related to the work performed. Considerable knowledge of architectural design and construction principles and practices and engineering practices and procedures applicable to the work performed. Considerable knowledge of zoning and related municipal legislation governing the work performed. Ability to act as a liaison and coordinator for specific design and construction projects such as fire stations, animal shelters, stadiums and community centres. Ability to deal effectively and tactfully and maintain cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts. Ability to prepare, maintain, and manage reports, records, correspondence, and various other material related to the work using SAP and PMWeb. A Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required. Please apply online by October 19, 2026. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

What you’ll do

The incumbent coordinates design and construction projects for civic facilities while managing budgets, schedules, and project specifications. They also perform field inspections and maintain records using specialized software like SAP and PMWeb.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Diploma in Building Technology from an Institute of Technology and possess sound related experience. A valid British Columbia Driver’s Licence is required, along with knowledge of building practices and municipal legislation.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Architectural Design · Preferred
• Engineering Practices · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• SAP · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Technical Reporting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project management
• Building technology
• Construction principles
• Architectural design
• Engineering practices
• Budgeting
• Project scheduling
• Field inspection
• Municipal legislation
• Zoning
• SAP
• PMWeb
• Communication
• Liaison
• Technical reporting
• Field Inspection
• Tactfulness
• Engineering Practices
• Architectural Design
• Construction
• Management
• Project Management
• SAP Applications
• Land Zoning
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Construction
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Assistant Project Manager
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

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