Under the direction of the Manager, Capital Delivery – Community Spaces, the Senior Capital Project Manager – Multi-Disciplinary is accountable for the engineering design, delivery, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, dispute resolution and overall project supervision, site inspection, planning and contract administration of capital projects associated with the Recreation Capital Plan, facilities upgrades, as well as other Town capital projects. These projects would augment the Town’s linear infrastructure capital program and would include such initiatives as: major building construction and renovations (i.e. historic house, Conservatory), pumping stations (i.e. sanitary and water feature), recreation facilities (skate pavilions, splash pads, outdoor rinks, etc.) green spaces, environmental and low-impact development projects, public spaces, parks, and other projects involving a broad range of multi-disciplinary design and construction work). The role applies project management and engineering processes to plan, execute, monitor and control the main “Project Management Knowledge” areas on all projects.

Job Requirements

• One of the following post-secondary qualifications is required: (a) Licensed Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) or eligibility for membership in Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) and progressive demonstrated experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or (b) Architecture Degree, Licensed by the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), or eligibility for licensure and with progressive related experience; or (c) Landscape Architecture Degree, designated Landscape Architect by the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA), or eligible for designation and with progressive related experience. (d) Project management training and experience; PMP certification would be an asset.

• Significant demonstrated progressive experience at a senior level in project management and in leading engineering/construction contracts, including the preliminary planning, environmental assessments, design alternatives, final detailed design, cost/quantity estimates, specification development, tender documents, contract administration and inspection for the construction of municipal capital infrastructure including, but not limited to major building construction and renovations, pumping stations, recreation facilities, green spaces, environmental and low-impact development projects, public spaces, parks, and other projects involving a broad range of multi-disciplinary design and construction work, etc.

• Extensive demonstrated experience in overseeing consultants and contractors.

• Demonstrated experience in leading the development of multi-year large, sensitive and complex capital projects, comprehensive planning studies and capital budgets.

• Knowledge of, and experience in applying principles from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and their processes as defined by the Project Management Institute.

• Extensive knowledge of municipal standards, design & construction practices, procedures and/or manuals including the Construction Act, Highway Traffic Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan and Lake Simcoe Protection Act, the Lake Simcoe Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, the Environmental Assessment Act, the Ontario Water Resources Act, MOECC Environmental Compliance Approvals, Construction Act, Ontario Building Code, etc.

• Extensive experience in construction cost estimating, preparing multi-million dollar budgets and budget control.

• Ability to make sound decisions and resolve complex construction issues under tight timelines and stressful situations.

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as leading, coaching and mentoring others.

• Excellent organizational, project management, problem solving, report writing, communication, negotiation, collaboration, and mediation skills.

• Ability to exercise judgment and communicate effectively with members of Council, the general public, business owners and Business Improvement Area (BIA) committees, contractors, consultants, staff, agencies and other levels of government (Regional, Provincial, Federal).

• Excellent aptitude to interpret and analyze data and information; identify challenges or opportunities; and make recommendations.

• Working knowledge of computer programs, inclusive of spreadsheet applications, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), MS Project, and software supporting construction management systems programs.

• Working knowledge of asset management approaches and software.

• Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime as required.

• Valid Class “G” Driver’s License in good standing with reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.

• Due to the responsibilities of this position a Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check satisfactory to the Town is required. Professional designations that include a Police Information Check will be considered.