Project Manager

Overview

Job Location:
Main Campus

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Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply!
 

Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires  work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.

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Job Title:

Project Manager

Employee Group:

Administrator

Employee Type:

Permanent

Start Date:

Monday, September 30 2024

End Date (if applicable):

Job Description:

The role of the Project Manager is to plan, execute, document, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget and schedule. This includes allocating resources and coordinating the efforts of team members, other departments’ resources, and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

 

Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:

• University degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related technology field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred.
• LEED Accredited Professional certification strongly preferred.
• Five (5) years of work experience as a Project Manager, leading projects in facilities operations and development environments, including:
  • Managing construction projects up to $30M in value.
  • Managing facilities infrastructure and space upgrades.
  • Managing facilities operations projects as required.
  • Demonstrated experience with agile and iterative project management methodologies.
  • Experience managing projects in Post-Secondary Institutions is strongly preferred.
  • 5+ years’ experience with project management software, such as Microsoft Project or similar tools.
  • Experience with productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams, AutoCAD, Sharepoint, Workday, Adaptive Planning, Word, and Excel.
  • Experience with all aspects of business process development and improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management is an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) in both highly technical and non-technical environments with all levels of the organization. Effective presentation communication skills required and able to clearly explain concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to direct complex projects, including developing proposals, setting budgets, project planning and implementation.
• Ability to effectively lead and direct the work of others in a collegial setting.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management, faculty, employees, students, facilities and security staff, vendors, other institutions, external agencies and/or the public.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and to provide excellent customer service to all clients.
• Ability to develop, plan, execute and complete multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to effectively meet deadlines and organizational requirements.
• Ability to learn and understand broad knowledge of current and new technologies and practices in information systems.
• Ability to interpret and comply with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including executive management, clients, and other departments.
• The ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• Can conform and proactively adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving approach.
• Ability to diffuse tension among project teams and other stakeholders.
• Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity.
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
• Strong Customer Service and Quality Assurance mindset.

Leadership Competencies:

• Collegiality – values and demonstrates inclusivity, openness, civility, and respect.

• Problem solving and decision making – considers a wide range of information and perspectives to solve problems and make reasoned decisions; demonstrates a comfort with uncertainty and ambiguous conditions.
• Organizational awareness – understands and appreciates an organization’s internal culture and operating practices as well as the political and business climate in which the organization operates.
• Innovation – welcomes, generates, and implements new ideas and solutions that help to achieve and organization’s strategic goals.
• Student Focus – making decisions with the students in mind, focusing on providing the best possible experience for the student.
• Integrity – acts with openness, honesty, and respect to build and maintain an environment of trust.
• Accountability – instils accountability and ensure consistency and quality of project outcomes.
• Professional maturity – demonstrates courage to take on issues and make tough decisions while managing self with aplomb and emotional maturity.
• Business awareness – considers and understands the financial, operational, and human perspective and the impact of decisions.
• Visioning and Strategic Thinking – energizes people around the vision and keeps the bigger picture in mind.
• Team Leadership – creates team spirit and helps to direct individuals toward achievement of team and organizational goals. Inspires others to do their best, develop professionally and contribute to the success of the leadership team.
• Relationship management – builds and maintains a crucial network of contacts both internally and externally.
• Communication – uses the power of personal interaction and language to effectively influence, inspire and lead others.
• Achieves results – goal-oriented individual who thrives on achieving outcomes through consultative and collaborate methods.

 

Our Benefits:

To obtain the full job description, please contact our recruitment team.

Salary Range:

$50.63 – $74.25 per hour

Pay Grade:

Admin Paygrade 11

Compensation beyond the mid-point requires approval by the Public Sector Employers’ Council Secretariat (PSEC). 

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35

Hours may vary according to the needs of the department. 

Closing Date:

Tuesday, September 10 2024

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please contact us.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume.  In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

 

We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

 

Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.