Project Manager, FMO

Salary range

The salary range for this position is CAD $45.46 - $65.35 / hour
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Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.

 

Join us on an exciting project and make history. The Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment Project (RCHRP) is a multi-year, multi-phase project to increase the hospital's capacity, beds and services.

 

RCH first opened in 1862, is a vital referral centre and regional centre of excellence for trauma, critical care, cardiac care, maternity, neonatal intensive care and neurosurgery. When the full redevelopment is complete, the people of British Columbia will have increased access to cardiac, trauma, mental health, maternity and NICU services and beds.

 

Position Highlights

We have an immediate need for a Full Time Project Manager with a demonstrated background in construction services such as design build, construction management and design bid build.  The successful candidate will also possess detailed knowledge and experience in building construction such as structural, architectural, electrical and civil disciplines from design to construction means and methods, and QA/QC processes. 

 

Build on your education and career experience as you:

• Directly manager projects from scoping, through design, tendering, construction, commissioning and handover
• Lead and partake in the development of specifications, tenders, design and submission reviews, commissioning activities and budgeting for ongoing operations and maintenance
• Lead the technical review, inspection and observation during design, construction, handover and start-up with mechanical expertise to ensure compliance with the project requirements, relevant government regulations, guidelines and the Organizations’ requirements. 
• Coordinate with FMO for collaborative design reviews, work plan coordination, operational shutdowns and tie-ins
• Manage inquiries/requests submitted by the contractors in conjunction with the Project Team, FMO and other key stakeholders ensuring successful and coordinated response.
• Conduct regular construction site observations to ensure construction and equipment installations align with the project requirements
• Develop and manage the project capital facilities construction budget and post construction budget requirements
• Provide guidance in resolving construction-related issues, in collaboration with the Project Team, FMO and stakeholders; assist with the resolution of disputes with construction contracts/consultants
• Provide quality control in collaboration with advisors/consultants to ensure that the project meets the Project’s requirements as set out in the contract

Are you motivated to join our team? We will be looking for you to have the following:

• Diploma in Architectural and Building Technology or Trades Qualification Certificate supplemented by appropriate formal training such as a Building Construction Technology Certificate
• Seven (7) to nine (9) years' recent, related experience in managing design, construction and operations matters inclusive of five (5) years' recent, related supervisory experience and two (2) years' project management experience within a complex healthcare environment
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be acceptable

Preferences will be given to those who have experience in:

• Successfully leading and delivering planning and complex construction projects in a healthcare environment including acute care.
• Organizing, managing and consensus building among a diverse clinical and leadership partner group
• Building trustful relationships with customers and project partners
• Consistently providing high levels of customer service
• Building high performance teams
• Developing appropriate communications strategies and materials necessary for project decisions and partner management and coordination.
• Creative problem solving
• Proven track record in managing project teams, budget control, contract management, dispute resolution and oversight of facilities projects from planning and design through to construction and commissioning.

This Regular Full Time position is based out of Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster, BC.

 

Effective October 26, 2021, all new hires to Fraser Health will need to have full COVID 19 vaccination (have received a full series of a World Health Organization “WHO” approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines).  Please note this applies to all postings, and individual medical exemptions must be approved by the Provincial Health Officer. 

 

Valued Benefits

A career with Fraser Health will offer you the opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team of providers in a dynamic and rewarding health care environment. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage.

Detailed Overview

Responsible for managing the implementation of approved facilities projects on matters relating to infrastructure and equipment installation issues for Fraser Health (FH) including project construction management, project construction budgets and dispute resolution for extra costs from contractors. Directs contractors and consultants and supervises assigned Capital Projects or Facilities Maintenance & Operations (FMO) staff.
Responsibilities

1. Establishes project team structure and provides leadership to project teams on facilities projects by directing the work of the contractors, consultants and designated Capital Projects or FMO staff and by supervising the work of assigned Capital Projects or FMO staff ensuring the completion of the work is to the required standards.
2. Develops and manages the project plan in conjunction with Project Managers, Facilities Planners and Manager, FMO for the onsite construction projects ensuring successful and coordinated completion of the facilities construction project. Conducts regular construction site inspections to ensure construction and equipment installations comply with maintenance requirements.
3. Develops and manages the project capital facilities construction budget and post construction budget requirements.
4. Reviews drawings and specifications produced by external project consultants ensuring the efficient and effective integration of systems and processes with existing systems and processes; reviews project design and scope making recommendation as required.
5. Negotiates, on behalf of the Employer, claims for extra costs arising from contractual issues with the contractor(s).
6. Authorizes and coordinates systems shutdowns affecting the campus operations.
7. Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements and commonly accepted standards including WorkSafe BC, fire, building, electrical and plumbing and all local by-laws and other related regulations.
8. Liaises with project stakeholders and sponsors to communicate the project status and work activities affecting the campus operations.
9. Provides guidance in resolving construction-related issues, in collaboration with stakeholders and staff; assists with the resolution of disputes with construction contracts/consultants.
10. Provides assistance to FH during the design development stage, focusing on construction implementation issues and value management; assists the Facilities Planners and the Facilities Maintenance & Operations Managers in planning and implementing designated projects.
11. Represents FH on matters relating to the construction and commissioning phases of the project including equipment installation; works in partnership with stakeholders and staff to develop project management and construction standards and procedures.
12. Provides quality control in collaboration with advisors to ensure that the project meets FH requirements as set out in the contract.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Diploma in Building (Construction) Technology/Instrumentation and Controls/related Engineering, or Trades Qualification Certificate/Power and Process Engineering Certificate, plus seven (7) to nine (9) years' recent, related experience in managing design/construction, mechanical/electrical commissioning, or facilities operations and management inclusive of five (5) years' recent, related supervisory experience and two (2) years' project management experience within a complex healthcare environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Competencies

Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed.

Professional/Technical Capabilities

• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant software applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable by-laws, codes and regulations.