Facilities Project Engineering Technologist

Job Responsibility:

This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position up to 2 years

Join our team as a Facility Project Engineering Technologist to play an important role in shaping the future of Strathcona County's infrastructure by leading and executing a variety of facility capital projects. You will be providing experienced project management from conceptual planning to project completion. Working collaboratively with a variety of internal and external parties, the position coordinates project activities, maintain budgets, timelines and expectations, and provides technical support to develop facility standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works in project teams to develop, plan and implement facility renovations and new construction projects, oversee design and consulting services, prepare required procurement documentation, conduct site visits, meet with user groups, review bids, and recommend award, and manage contracts for compliance
• Oversee the execution of construction activities, monitoring progress, quality, and safety performance
• Foster a collaborative work environment among contractors, subcontractors, and project team members to optimize construction sequencing and coordination
• Provide coordination between all interested parties, guidance on bylaw, building codes and municipal strategic objectives, assist in implementing capital life cycle program
• Develop project risk profiles and strategies, insurance standards, evaluate insurance costs and transfer of risk
• Develop project budgets and manages the project's accounting process, report on variances, complete funding or grant applications
• Report on project performance and take corrective action as necessary to maintain project scope/schedule/budget

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of a Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology or a related field
• C.E.T. with 5 years relevant experience or E.I.T. with 3 years relevant experience including full range project management experience and training
• Extensive experience in construction project management, administration practices, and public tendering
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite of applications as well as Adobe Acrobat Pro and Bluebeam Studio. Familiarity with construction software tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), project management software, and scheduling software is required
• Experience with project management methodologies such as Agile, Lean, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Progressive Design Build and Construction Management , and public tendering
• Project and contract management knowledge supplemented with formal training
• Ability to effectively identify issues, clearly explain changes and obtain consensus when a new direction is required to meet the goals of the project
• Ability to quickly gain the respect of all project team members and stakeholders through personal integrity, experience, communication and professional skills
• Working in constrained timeframes, ability to prepare and present reports, briefing documents or presentations for audiences ranging from the project team to Councillors
• Knowledge of Alberta Safety Code, construction and facility terminology and methods and Occupational Health and Safety regulations as it relates to new building construction
• Knowledge of sustainable building practices and ensures overall compliance of the design and construction teams to the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and County sustainability standards for new construction

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's licence and submission of a 5-year Driver's Abstract with less than 7 demerits
• Willingness and ability to work in inclement weather performing on-site inspections and related duties using mandatory safety devices
• Ability and willingness to work outside regular working hours on occasion

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada's most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
  • Extended health and dental coverage
  • Health and wellness spending account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement and pension programs
  • Paid and unpaid leave programs
  • Earned day off program
  • Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role may be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.