Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

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Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation), 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.

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The Project Manager I is responsible for managing a large and diverse portfolio of projects from initiation to close-out. The position works closely with design and operational groups, internal and external stakeholders, and other parties as necessary. The position is responsible for the application of the Engineering Department’s project management framework for each project assigned in the portfolio.

The position reports to the Section Head of Project Management, or Streets Design Branch Manager and reports back on a regular basis on work progress and issues.

Works closely with staff in the Streets Division, Transportation Division, Water & Sewer Division, Parks Board, Supply Chain Management, Corporate Communications, and other staff depending on the needs of the project.

Works with third party consultants, contractors, utilities, Business Improvement Associations, and other project stakeholders as necessary.

• Supports the Section Head of Project Management in managing the portfolio or projects.
• Plans out projects in detail, clearly identifying project scope, budget and schedule as well as project risks, project organization, and stakeholders.
• Applies the City’s Project Management Framework and prepares Charters, Project Execution Plans, Stage Gates, Project Reports, and Close-Out Documents.
• Ensures all relevant City Departments are consulted in the process and progress of the project.
• Assists with management of multiple consultants and contractors.
• Assists with all relevant local, provincial and federal permit applications.
• Monitors, forecasts, and reports on project status.
• Reviews civil engineering design works, working with and coordinating with Design staff, and staff in other branches.
• Procures project resources (design and construction), contract administration, and close out.
• Applies and contributes to all Engineering Project and Quality Management principles and requirements, as defined by the Engineering Project Management Office.
• Assists the project team with presentations, public engagement and meetings with various members of the public, stakeholder community groups, and partners. Facilitates stakeholder inputs to arrive at optimum solutions.
• Facilitates meetings and regular reporting on project status to Managers and project Sponsors.
• Organizes and leads meetings with project team, stakeholders, and vendors as needed and manages actions arising from them.
• Identifies and proactively manages project issues and risks.
• Ensures that project performance meets expectations in terms of timelines and scope completion.
• Ensures proper project closeout ages the sign-off process for project deliverables from stakeholders. Organizes and conducts a lessons

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 4 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Training in Project Management methodologies preferably consistent with those provided by PMI (Project Management Institute).
• Experience in procurement of consultants and…