Source: BC Hydro
Job Title: Project Manager 1 (Project Planning & Coordination)
Job Location: Vernon, British Columbia, Canada
Annual Salary: $ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
The Project, Planning and Coordination (PPC) department has a challenging opportunity for a manager to support
Construction Services by having responsibility for activities such as, but not limited to: overseeing our Construction Services Delivery Practice (CSDP), maintaining and developing practices and processes for our work, overseeing continuous improvement projects, clarifying our practices and processes and ensure they align with our clients requirements, monitor compliance, implement changes and address concerns as they arise, etc. The successful candidate will be a senior experienced project improvement professional with a proven track record of leading practice and process improvements associated with the planning, monitoring and construction of civil, mechanical, electrical and line projects within a utility environment.
Key Accountabilities:
* Acts as a subject matter expert on process improvements and controls.
* Oversee the development of a scalable CSDP to ensure successful planning and implementation of construction projects of varying size, diversity, complexity, and risk.
* Facilitate the adoption and consistent use of existing and new process within CS through monitoring, communication, training and other appropriate methods.
* Responsible for updating the annual CSDP training plan, overseeing the development of training content and delivery method, facilitating the delivery of training and monitoring the completion of the annual training plan.
* Review current processes on an ongoing basis to identify gaps and opportunities for continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with Construction Services team and external stakeholders to identify and address process concerns.
* Develop and implement innovative solutions that balance our various clients requirements with CS's desire to have one consistent and scalable CSDP.
* Lead the implementation of a Continuous Improvement team made up of individuals across organizational boundaries.
* Assist in the development of business unit objectives, initiatives and departmental dashboards.
* Ensure CSDP sharepoint site is maintained and up to date.
* May conduct site visits to provide support to construction employees and to assist with setting up all applicable processes as required. Site visits may also involve auditing the work in progress to assess if required processes are being followed.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
* A University degree in Engineering, Business, or Project / Construction Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
* Seven (7) to nine (9) years progressive related experience in either: project management, construction management, projects controls or process improvements within an electric utility or similar environment.
* PMP certification will be an advantage.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Proven ability in leading process improvements and leveraging resources and processes across a complex organization.
* Knowledge of construction management, engineering, project management or business should be complemented by demonstratable technical coordination and strong leadership and influencing skills.
* Demonstrated technical knowledge of construction methods and procedures on civil, structural, mechanical, line and/or electrical work within a utility environment.
* Understanding of BC Hydro systems, policies and procedures, BC Hydro PPM practices, BCH Hydro business and interdependencies of various departments is beneficial.
* Is a self-starter, self-motivated with ability to be successful in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to relate and discuss issues with a range of professionals from trades people to senior management.
* Creativity and innovation in developing project management solutions, processes and procedures, procedures and construction solutions desirable
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
- A lifetime pension
- Flexible work model, depending on your role type
- Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
* The preferred headquarter location for this position is Vernon District Office, however the Construction Services Surrey
Office may be considered as headquarters subject to manager discretion.
* A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver's License: In Good Standing Class 5.
* This role will report functionally to the Regional Manager within Construction Services.
* Regular travel across the province will be required for this role.
Location: Vernon, British Columbia, Canada, V1T 2T1
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by June 25, 2024
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Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.
IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week