Project Manager

Job Information
Job Title: Project Manager
Job Requisition ID: 57424
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: May 23, 2024
Classification: Manager Zone 2 (M41Z2)
Salary: ​$3,147.32 to $4,235.37 bi-weekly ($82,145 - $110,543/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:

Alberta Infrastructure designs, builds, manages and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that schools, hospitals and government facilities infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. The Ministry 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

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to a Senior Project Manager within the Health Facilities Branch, the Project Manager directly manages the delivery of assigned health capital projects. As the project team leader, the project manager defines project requirements with clients; coordinates the activities of 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 government and ministry 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 main responsibilities of the Project Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the planning, execution, control and closure of assigned capital health projects within approved scope, cost and schedule
• Managing project expenditures through all stages of project implementation to ensure maximum value within the approved budget
• Developing and evaluating alternative project solutions and related costs
• Determining the appropriate project delivery and tender process and evaluating construction bids to determine award of construction contracts
• Collaborating with project team members to establish feasible milestone dates that incorporate critical events and the operational requirements of the clients
• Directing consultants to ensure quality control of deliverables
• Maintaining current project scope, cost and schedule information and reporting status
• Managing contracts and determining payment of associated invoices

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviours 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. This link will assist you with understanding competencies: The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Systems Thinking: Develops processes to better streamline effective project delivery while contributing to the branch’s long-term goals and seeking input from internal and external stakeholders. Ability to operate within a broad conceptual framework, identify opportunities for improvement, and effectively manage complex programs, issues, activities, and functions while delivering results.
• Creative Problem Solving: Engages and addresses competing agendas and collaborates with of a wide spectrum of user groups. Capability to analyze diverse information and issues, assess risks, and make decisions aligned with business plan goals.
• Drive for Results: Ability to promote innovation and continuous improvement, build consensus, adapt to changing needs, and motivate others to accept and adopt new concepts and approaches.
• Agility: Is flexible and adapts to change. Makes decisions in a timely manner while operating within project constraints.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Post secondary Degree in Engineering or a related field plus 4 years related experience.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered based on:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Assets:

• Certification as a Construction Administrator or Project Manager and training in management skills and relevant software applications
• Membership with professional associations such as AAA, APEGA or CET
• Contract management experience, and considerable experience managing interdisciplinary teams and resources, and a diverse portfolio of building projects
• Knowledge of health facility planning, design, construction and building commissioning processes

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are important to be successful in this position:

• Extensive knowledge of project planning and project management techniques and methodologies
• An understanding of basic planning, design, construction and building commissioning theories, disciplines and processes, including those related to architecture and structural, mechanical and electrical engineering
• Knowledge of provincial and national building standards and codes, construction industry and trades definitions, building systems and components/products and job-site safety regulations
• Ability to lead and manage all aspects of work performed by in-house technical teams, private sector consultants, and contractors
• Strong decision-making skills and demonstrated facilitation/negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, report writing, and communication skills
• Leadership skills, with proven ability to develop, mentor, and manage project teams
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
• Excellent consultation, negotiation and conflict management skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation and to maintaining current awareness of the design and construction industry
• Impeccable judgement and above average creativity, ingenuity, diplomacy and tact to determine and respond to politically sensitive issues
• Ability to build networks and communicate with stakeholders

Notes

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours / 36.25 hours a week
Location: Edmonton This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

• Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
• 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.

What the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service -
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) -
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
• Professional learning and development -
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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants 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.

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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 Statement
This 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. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Christina Tataryn at [email protected] .