Engineering Project Coordinator - REPOST

Requisition : 43407

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

The Engineering Project Coordinator works as part of a team with the staff in the Waterworks Design Branch and the Waterworks Operation Branch to coordinate assigned waterworks construction projects, develop work schedules in conjunction with contractors and Waterworks Operations staff, monitor work progress and project costs, perform field reviews and liaise with and provide approved direction to a wide variety of internal and external contactors.

The position reports to the Technical Supervisor – Engineering and works closely with Waterworks Operations, Development and Major Projects Branch, Engineering Project Delivery, Utilities Management Branch, and various branches across Engineering. Also liaises with external organizations such as Metro Vancouver, BC Hydro, and other third party agencies.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts as a liaison and coordinator between Waterworks Design, Waterworks Operations and/or external construction contractors; prepare project schedules and monitors budgets; chairs meetings related to assigned projects; reviews plans and working drawings at various stages for conformance to project guidelines and established standards; monitors work progress
• Prepares and maintains a variety of materials such as records, technical and status reports, correspondence, tracking lists, and project specifications; reviews all invoices, change orders and other payment claims for accuracy, recommends approval or investigates discrepancies
• Conducts field reviews; ensures that all work is performed in accordance with contractual terms and established regulations; arbitrates minor disputes regarding contract interpretations, construction practices, standards, and methods; reviews and advises on proposed changes; monitors and assesses construction progress
• Prepares thorough, clear, and actionable daily field reports of each assigned project; provides an accurate snapshot of the day’s activities, observations, and discussions that require project documentation or attention from the Technical Supervisor – Engineering or project team
• Accurately input, validate, and manage large volumes of data into organizational databases and systems, ensuring all information is processed in compliance with City of Vancouver policies and data integrity standards.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and administration of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with City of Vancouver policies, requirements, and standards.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with a variety of internal and external contacts; provides information direction and assistance to other department staff, the public, consultants, contractors, engineers, utility companies and other agencies on engineering requirements, policies and related matters; coordinates and attends predesign and preconstruction meetings
• Communicates and corresponds with the public, private companies, outside agencies and other City branches

• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Civil and Structural Technology, including or supplemented by…