Project Manager II - City of Vancouver, Vancouver

AI Summary

This Project Manager II role with the City of Vancouver in Vancouver involves leading a portfolio of major civil infrastructure projects. Key duties include overseeing project management activities from initiation to closeout, managing design and construction contracts, and leading a team of staff. Top requirements include a minimum of eight years of project management experience in complex urban civil infrastructure projects and demonstrated team leadership ability.

About the Opportunity

The City of Vancouver is seeking a dedicated Project Manager II to join its Project Delivery Branch. This pivotal role involves the comprehensive management of a portfolio comprising 3-6 significant civil infrastructure projects, each valued between $3 million and over $35 million. These critical projects focus on upgrading and replacing essential sewer, water, electrical, and street infrastructure across major City arterials. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing the City's objectives related to asset management, service levels, sustainability, resilience, accessibility, and supporting regional growth, ensuring exceptional public service. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to Vancouver’s reputation as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities, working within a broader public service context.

Key Responsibilities and Project Leadership

The Project Manager II will be responsible for the full project lifecycle management of complex, integrated projects, from initiation through to closeout. This includes defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, as well as establishing budgets and managing them throughout the project's duration. A core aspect of this role is the oversight of procurement and management of external design consultants and external construction contracts, ensuring successful project delivery. The position requires strong leadership ability, as it involves leading a team of direct reports and supporting staff, including hiring, coaching, and performance management. This role also provides management oversight for technical design development, encompassing conceptual street and public realm design, detailed geometric design, and sign and pavement marking design. The successful candidate will actively participate in public processes and effectively liaise with various City Departments and outside agencies, demonstrating an ability to manage diverse stakeholder groups. Furthermore, this role contributes significantly to the adoption and advancement of the Engineering Department’s project management framework and quality management standards, ensuring their consistent application across client business units to enhance overall value to the public.

Qualifications and Expertise

Candidates for this Project Manager II position must possess a Technical Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of eight years of industry experience in project management, specifically with progressively complex civil infrastructure projects within an urban environment. Demonstrated experience in developing and reporting on projects and programs, alongside researching and preparing business cases, is essential. The role demands extensive knowledge of civil engineering practices related to the design, construction, and maintenance of transportation and underground utility infrastructure. Furthermore, comprehensive knowledge of project management methodologies, practices, and policies is required. The successful applicant will have proven ability to organize, coordinate, and manage projects and project teams across multiple divisions and stakeholder groups. Experience in public consultation and conflict resolution, with the ability to reconcile differing perspectives and build consensus, is also a critical asset for this management role. This position requires a progressive, collaborative professional with a strong combination of project management and construction management experience, team leadership, and the ability to implement and operationalize multiple processes.