Field Coordinator-Stage 2
About the role
JOB SUMMARY
The mandate of the Rail Construction Program is to transform, develop, grow and sustain Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit Systems as a component of the City of Ottawa’s overall transportation and mobility strategy.
You are responsible for: coordinating, overseeing and monitoring the construction works related to the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit (LRT) project within the City’s Rail Construction Program; coordinating works associated with multiple phases of the project, including early works, design, construction, demolition, rehabilitation, testing, commissioning, closeout, turnover to clients, warranty and maintenance; and supporting management staff in the decision-making process by implementing construction oversight and inspection to assess the performance, quality and progress of the Stage 2 LRT project construction works.
You also: perform a key role in site coordination and communication; ensure compliance with all construction contract requirements; interface with contractors, consultants and external stakeholders; monitor, track and report on project status; perform site visits and prepare daily field inspection reports; review submittals and payment requests; and actively work to resolve issues in the field wherever possible, and escalate to management when needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in a relevant engineering discipline or applied science from an accredited university
Minimum of 3 years of relevant field experience on construction projects.
Experience on light rail construction projects is desirable
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) OR Licensed Architect with Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) is desirable
Certificate of Recognition (COR) training or certification from IHSA is desirable
KNOWLEDGE
- Engineering standards for Ontario/Canada and related to the field of expertise
- Various engineering standards, bylaws and related national and provincial codes
- Applicable acts, legislations, regulations and guidelines
- City of Ottawa standards and specifications
- OPSS, MOE and other related agency regulations
- Awareness of project management concepts
- Contract management
- Engineering, construction and design processes
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, etc.)
- Field investigation techniques
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
- Awareness of project management concepts
- Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects for Ontario
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to read technical plans and drawings for multiple disciplines, including structural, civil, architectural, etc.
- Prepare and deliver field inspection reports and progress reports
- Plan, operate and supervise engineering and process studies
- Effective time management and task prioritization
- Manage projects and meet objectives
- Work professionally with contractors, consultants and other technical authorities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Display good judgement with staff, professionals and clients
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Undertake projects and tasks with minimal supervision
- Build effective interpersonal relationships
- Strong initiative, judgement, reliability
- Highly motivated and conscientious
- Diplomacy, discretion and tact
- Flexible, organized, detailed-oriented and an independent worker
- Able to work well in a team-oriented environment
- Willingness to work outside normal working hours
- Access to a personal vehicle also required.
About City of Ottawa
The City of Ottawa offers a diverse range of career options. City employees work across 110+ business lines to deliver one thing: excellent service to Ottawa’s residents, businesses and visitors.
Whether you want to work in IT, recreation, accounting, engineering, customer service, project management, the trades, emergency services, health care or more, you can find what you're looking for at the City. Visit ottawa.ca/jobs to view all career opportunities.
Field Coordinator-Stage 2
About the role
JOB SUMMARY
The mandate of the Rail Construction Program is to transform, develop, grow and sustain Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit Systems as a component of the City of Ottawa’s overall transportation and mobility strategy.
You are responsible for: coordinating, overseeing and monitoring the construction works related to the Stage 2 Light Rail Transit (LRT) project within the City’s Rail Construction Program; coordinating works associated with multiple phases of the project, including early works, design, construction, demolition, rehabilitation, testing, commissioning, closeout, turnover to clients, warranty and maintenance; and supporting management staff in the decision-making process by implementing construction oversight and inspection to assess the performance, quality and progress of the Stage 2 LRT project construction works.
You also: perform a key role in site coordination and communication; ensure compliance with all construction contract requirements; interface with contractors, consultants and external stakeholders; monitor, track and report on project status; perform site visits and prepare daily field inspection reports; review submittals and payment requests; and actively work to resolve issues in the field wherever possible, and escalate to management when needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in a relevant engineering discipline or applied science from an accredited university
Minimum of 3 years of relevant field experience on construction projects.
Experience on light rail construction projects is desirable
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) OR Licensed Architect with Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) is desirable
Certificate of Recognition (COR) training or certification from IHSA is desirable
KNOWLEDGE
- Engineering standards for Ontario/Canada and related to the field of expertise
- Various engineering standards, bylaws and related national and provincial codes
- Applicable acts, legislations, regulations and guidelines
- City of Ottawa standards and specifications
- OPSS, MOE and other related agency regulations
- Awareness of project management concepts
- Contract management
- Engineering, construction and design processes
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook, etc.)
- Field investigation techniques
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
- Awareness of project management concepts
- Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects for Ontario
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to read technical plans and drawings for multiple disciplines, including structural, civil, architectural, etc.
- Prepare and deliver field inspection reports and progress reports
- Plan, operate and supervise engineering and process studies
- Effective time management and task prioritization
- Manage projects and meet objectives
- Work professionally with contractors, consultants and other technical authorities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Display good judgement with staff, professionals and clients
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Undertake projects and tasks with minimal supervision
- Build effective interpersonal relationships
- Strong initiative, judgement, reliability
- Highly motivated and conscientious
- Diplomacy, discretion and tact
- Flexible, organized, detailed-oriented and an independent worker
- Able to work well in a team-oriented environment
- Willingness to work outside normal working hours
- Access to a personal vehicle also required.
About City of Ottawa
The City of Ottawa offers a diverse range of career options. City employees work across 110+ business lines to deliver one thing: excellent service to Ottawa’s residents, businesses and visitors.
Whether you want to work in IT, recreation, accounting, engineering, customer service, project management, the trades, emergency services, health care or more, you can find what you're looking for at the City. Visit ottawa.ca/jobs to view all career opportunities.