About this role
Project Manager IIRequisition ID: 46601 OrganizationVancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world?s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC?s Top Employers and Canada?s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.Main Purpose and FunctionThe Senior Project Manager, Project Delivery Branch, is part of a cross functional, cross disciplinary team working with Design and Operation groups, multiple internal and external stakeholders, and partners to project manage both internal and external design-build of major civil infrastructure projects within the City. The position will be responsible for managing a team of unionized and exempt staff and will be ultimately responsible for all project management activities required for successful project delivery. The position will be responsible for managing a portfolio of 3-6 projects, each ranging in value from $3 - $35M+. These projects are typically undertaken on major City arterials, and involve upgrades and/or replacement of critical sewer, water, electrical and street infrastructure to service long-term community needs and progress key City objectives related to asset management, service levels, sustainability, resilience, accessibility and supporting local and regional growth. The position will contribute to the adoption of the Engineering Department?s project management framework and will develop, shape, and advance project and quality management standards across the Department and be responsible for their practical and consistent application through the client business units in which the role operates.Specific Duties/Responsibilities Manages complex, integrated projects through full cycle from project initiation through to project closeout Provides direction on and oversees project and project management activities including defining project scope, objectives, success factors, deliverables, and quality measurements to meet the business needs Validates scope, schedule, resources and budgets with branch managers; develops Project Charter and Project Execution Plan; establishes cost and work breakdown structure; manages budgets thru life cycle; identifies funding gap and prepares council reports and presentations Oversee the procurement and management of external design consultants and external construction contracts Lead a team of direct reports and supporting staff, including hiring, coaching, and performance management. Provides management oversight over the project lifecycle of technical design development, including conceptual street and public realm design, detailed geometric design, and sign and pavement marking design Participates in public processes and effectively liaises with other City Departments and outside agencies Work with a team of Design and Operations groups, multiple internal and external stakeholders, and partners to project manage both internal and externally led design-build large-scale infrastructure projects ($3M +), and administer associated construction consultancies/contracts; Provide project status reports and make recommendations on items such as scope change or mitigation strategies to the Project Management Office, client Branch Manager and Project Sponsor(s) Contribute to the development of the departments adoption of project management practices through mentorship, project management framework (PMF) development and tr