SAMPLE JOB POSTING
BUILDING
PROJECT ENGINEER/ARCHITECT
PLANNING,
PROPERTY AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
JOB SUMMARY:
Under
the general direction of the Project Services Administrator the Building
Project Engineer/Architect carries out assignments according to guidelines and
policy without reference to Supervisors.
The Building Project Engineer/Architect directs, manages complex
building construction projects including the design, construction of major new
facilities and site development, including associated underground/overhead
services and infrastructure.
1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with
membership in or eligible for registration in the Association of Professional
Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of Manitoba
OR
Master’s Degree in Architecture and membership in the Manitoba Association of
Architects.
2. Several years directly related experience in project
management of major building or architect projects/developments.
3. Ability to supervise and manage professional
consultants (engineering, architectural, environmental, etc.), technical
support staff in order to successfully complete projects on time and within
budgets.
4. Good working knowledge of building/system design,
site design, current construction/maintenance practice, technical standards,
material science and testing procedures.
5. Ability to prepare and present comprehensive
technical reports and recommendations in a clear and concise manner base on
mature engineering judgment.
6. Knowledge of standards, specifications, codes, legislation,
and environmental requirements, applicable to municipal buildings/public works.
7. Ability to organize, coordinate, plan, maintain
schedules, control a large number of projects.
8. Ability to prepare and make public presentations,
communicate effectively orally and in writing with the general public, media,
civic and government officials, business persons, contractors and other
agencies in a professional, tactful manner.
9. A good working knowledge of contract law, legal
systems, dispute resolution, claims procedures, and good negotiating skills.
10. Ability to work well under stressful conditions and
to conceive new and innovative solutions to complex construction problems.
11. Ability to establish/maintain effective working
relationships with consultants (engineering, architectural, environments, etc) contractors, fellow City workers, City Departments,
Councillors, Administrators and technical staff of Federal/Provincial
Departments, the general public and media.
12. Ability to effectively use a personal computer and
working knowledge of spreadsheet and data base
software
13. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership that
promotes an organizational culture conductive to the development of a highly
motivated workforce, where initiative, creativity and innovation are required,
encouraged and nurtured.
14. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and
direction to staff in a dynamic, diverse, and unionized team environment.
15. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with
diverse stakeholders, (e.g. elected officials, civic, staff, the public and
volunteer community organizations) having multiple interests.
16. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of
financial management, controllership and full cost accounting.
17. A sound knowledge of information and budget systems
(e.g. PeopleSoft).
18. Demonstrated proficiency in MAXIMO within three (3)
months.
19. Must possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s
Licence.
20. Must have, or be able to acquire in a reasonable
period of time, a thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and the safety
precautions and regulations that are applicable to the position’s area of work.
The successful applicant will be required to provide a vehicle for
transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of
the City Transportation Policy. A
Criminal Record Check will be required for the successful candidate, at their
expense.
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information provided is a SAMPLE Job Description
only.
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