Project Manager – Government of Alberta

Title of the Job: Project Manager

Location: Calgary, AB – Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Project Manager
Job Requisition ID: 63221
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton or Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: October 23, 2024
Classification: Manager Zone 2 (M41Z2)
Salary: $3,241.74 to $4,362.44 bi-weekly ($84,609 to $113,859 / year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families.
For more information on the Seniors, Community and Social Services Ministry, please visit: .The Capital Program and Project Delivery (CPPD) of the Housing Division is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Government-owned affordable housing throughout the province. CPPD works closely with the Housing Management Bodies who operate these facilities, to ensure that vulnerable Albertans have access to safe and secure housing.Role ResponsibilitiesJoin us to develop and showcase your exceptional leadership, organization, and projects management skills while managing capital programs and projects in this exciting opportunity!Reporting to the Director, Capital Program & Project Delivery, the Project Manager will directly manage the delivery of assigned housing capital projects. You will work with clients and stakeholders (internal and external) to define project requirements, coordinate activities of internal team members, private sector consultants, and contractors, and ensure that project scope, time, cost, and quality objectives are met.You will ensure all phases of project activities comply with Government of Alberta and Ministry legislation, policies, guidelines, standards, and procedures. A key aspect of the position is to work closely with clients, stakeholders, and industry representatives to achieve results, requiring in-depth professional knowledge of project management principles and procurement, design, and construction disciplines.You will also manage consulting and contracted resources as required. The design consultants and other technical experts conduct feasibility studies, options analysis, planning and detailed design for the facilities. General Contractors coordinate construction activities for the projects. The ideal candidate takes initiative in constantly looking for ways to improve and manage workload while challenging the existing project management processes, and continually exploring new ideas and areas of work.To be successful in this position, you will require the following skills and attributes:

• Strong leadership and coordination skills to lead, support, and delegate major initiatives and projects; strong organizational skills to effectively manage multiple complex tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify, analyze and evaluate problems and develop sound solutions, as well as excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Be a strategic thinker with exceptional consultation and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed negotiation, project management, and change management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

If you are up for this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you!Please click on this to view the job description for this position.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies: .QualificationsMinimum Requirements:

• University degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum four (4) years of project management experience related to capital and/or maintenance project design and construction.
• Experience in contract management, managing teams, and handling a diverse portfolio of concurrent projects.

Equivalency: Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.Assets:

• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) or Professional Engineer (PEng).
• Certification as a Project Manager or Construction Administrator.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to .NotesHours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – FridayIn your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements, such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreements
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dana Polutnik at .

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