Project Manager

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NAIT is looking for a dynamic and motivated person to lead the delivery of construction, renovation, and renewal projects. The successful candidate will have the ability to apply their problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and knowledge of project management as well as building design and construction to find creative solutions for improvements to NAIT's largest physical asset. A strong collaborative approach is essential to building effective relationships with NAIT stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and issuance of project charters, project schedules, estimates, work breakdown structures/packages, cash flows, change order documentation, quality assurance plans and project status reports. Ensure all documentation is properly initiated, checked, authorized, and maintained.
• Keep Stakeholders apprised of project status and issues which impact project delivery/outcomes.
• Perform change control, schedule control, cost management, quality assurance, communication, risk management and project support services the project team. The Project Manger will be responsible for active liaison with the design team, contractors, internal stakeholders and external agencies.
• Actively track project status to monitor performance of ensure schedule, budget, scope and quality are being measured and tracked through the use of performance criteria & the specifications set out in the Project Charter, contracts and/or design documents.
• As the delivery of capital projects has a significant impact on ongoing campus operations and the environment (teaching research and business operations), work packages and project related activities must be scheduled and delivered in an efficient, effective, safe, minimally disruptive manner.
• Coordinate the creation and assembly of all documentation which complies with NAITs Project Delivery Process, including but not limited to project charters, funding approvals, monthly/quarterly reports, cost monitoring reports and integrated change management and standard project management tools.
• Ensure compliance with NAIT standards, policies and procedures and ensures that work is completed in compliance with applicable building codes and other relevant legislation.
• Track the progress and quality of work being performed by design disciplines, contractors and other service providers.
• Use project scheduling and control tools to monitor project plans, completion of deliverables, schedules, budgets and expenditures.
• Analyze and resolve issues that have the potential to jeopardize performance and/or ability to meet agreed upon deliverables; analyze financial and operational reports.
• Ensure project closeout activities and sign off are done within assigned timeline requirements as set out by the department.
• Review and authorize payment of invoices, progress claims, etc.
• Issue minutes, change orders, purchase requisitions and forecasts.
• Routinely handle potentially sensitive and confidential information within various projects. Active communication with clients at all levels including multiple internal and external stakeholders is required, and to that end, project tasks and activities must be coordinated and actioned in such manner as to enable the project to be completed in an efficient, effective, safe and environmentally sustainable manner.
• Effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to project sponsor, project stakeholders and leadership.
• Work collaboratively with Supply Chain Management to procure and contract the required design and contracting services and to this end, will strictly adhere with procurement policies and procedures.
• Working with NAIT stakeholders and external consultants and contractors, ensure for the effective planning, preparation, execution and monitoring of project deliverables, schedules and budgets within established parameters.
• Pleasantly and respectfully interact with co-workers, supervisor, and members of the NAIT community, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Manage own time effectively to accomplish tasks with minimum of overtime.
• Perform any other related duties incidental to the work described herein
• Expected to actively participate in training and professional development in coordination with the department.
• Ensure regular work attendance and timely reporting for duty.

Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, and specifications as well as current building construction practices and methodology. This includes disciplines in architectural, mechanical, structural, electrical & instrumentation, and HVAC.
• Understanding of project cost management principles and experience monitoring/controlling project financials, including budgets, commitments, and actual expenditures.
• Ability to create project schedules and monitor and control schedule throughout the lifecycle of the project.
• Strong understanding of scope management and the ability to work closely with the relevant stakeholders and owner representatives for successful delivery of the approved project.
• Experience with contract management and administration, including the CCDC format as well as contract management processes such as tendering, RFIs, change orders, lien holdbacks, etc.
• A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation from the Project Management Institute is desirable.
• Intermediate proficiency in the use of computerized project management systems. Examples including but not limited to Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Power BI, etc.); AiM Workdesk; ServiceNow
• Excellent verbal and written communication, planning and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to demonstrate tactfulness, a collaborative nature, and professionalism while working with a variety of stakeholders
• Strong planning and organizational skills are essential. Must be able to multitask and to efficiently allocate his/her time among multiple projects which are assigned.
• Superior project organization, people, business, relationship, technical and financial management skills.
• Superior flexibility and the ability to respond well to rapidly changing needs and priorities.
• Maintain good judgment under pressure.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of progressive managing projects related to the construction industry, including capital renewal, renovations, and new construction.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in the area(s) of engineering, architecture, project management, and/or environmental design. Alternatively, in lieu of degree or diploma, a combination of progressive 5+ years experience coordinating construction projects in conjunction with project management formalized training will be considered.
• A PMP designation or other industry designations are considered a strong asset.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: $73,219.38 - $98,379.58 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Senior Project Coordinator)

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.