University of Toronto, Department of UPDC – Project Development and Controls, based in Toronto, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Manager. University of Toronto is a globally recognized academic powerhouse, renowned for its commitment to excellence in education and groundbreaking research. University of Toronto is a hub for diverse disciplines, contributing significantly to advancements in science, technology, arts, and humanities. The University of Toronto continues to be a beacon of knowledge, attracting top-tier faculty and students from around the world. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: University of Toronto
Department: UPDC – Project Development and Controls
Division: VP – University Operations
Position: Manager, Project Scheduling
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $105,156 – $150,223 Annually
Appointment Type: Budget – Continuing
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Location: Toronto, ON, Canada
Schedule: Full-Time
Employee Group: Salaried
Requisition ID/Job ID: 35571
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completed post-secondary degree/diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, Construction Management or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Experience: Candidates should have minimum seven (7) years’ professional experience with capital project planning / scheduling in the AEC environment
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess a broad knowledge of the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) field and bring their experience and technical knowledge to bear on their assigned duties
- The candidates should review, analyze, and assess the schedule information made available for active projects, providing advice, input, and recommendations with respect to schedule projections and risks
- This review should include consideration of project-specific influences such as stated project programs and budgets, understood feasibility, design complexity, and project phasing
- The candidates should extract critical data points that will feed into other project or cost tracking mechanisms
- The candidates should think critically, organize, plan, problem solve, and execute their duties with an independence that will increase over time
- The candidates should provide support to the Director by undertaking special assigned tasks that will support broader University-wide and UPDC activities or initiatives
- The candidates should have formal Project Management training and/or certification, which is considered an asset
- The candidates should possess knowledge of construction techniques and the analysis of architecture, landscape architecture, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering documents
- The candidates should be evident of the primary methods of project delivery and their schedule impacts on projects, as well as costing and procurement processes
- The candidates should have proficiency in the use of standard office applications such as Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat
- The candidates should possess proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project software is expected from the candidates
- The candidates should have a working knowledge of LPS tools such as Mural or Miro is considered an asset
- The candidate should demonstrate the ability to discern and leverage the individual benefits of CPM and LPS scheduling methodologies
- The candidate should have familiarity with industry-standard project schedule formats.
- The candidate should possess highly developed initiative with the ability to work independently or as a member of a committee or project team
- The candidate should demonstrate a collaborative mindset with keen facilitation skills
- The candidate should have excellent judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills to critically analyze capital project plans and documents
- The candidate should showcase demonstrated planning, coordination, and organizational skills to conduct reviews of project documentation
- The candidate should have superior oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- The candidate should have to exercise patience, tact, diplomacy, and discretion
- The candidate should be evident to work effectively in a consultative team environment
- The candidate should have a proven experience should be evident with managing multiple duties concurrently with frequently changing priorities and deadlines, always with a results-oriented focus
- The candidate should exhibit strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- The candidate should have to work effectively with clients and staff at all levels
- The candidate should have a valid Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s license is required for travel between University Campuses and/or to consultant/supplier offices, etc.
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to serve as the primary point of contact for UPDC’s production of project plans/schedules and review project schedules produced by external parties for all active projects within the UPDC group
- The candidate should be able to Manage projects with values generally ranging from $1 million to $250 million, including those that may well exceed this range
- The candidate should be able to Oversee projects of various types, including institutional (academic/research), student residential, mixed-use, utility infrastructure, landscape, and other categories
- The candidate should be able to Work collaboratively with other UPDC departments, including University Planning (UP), Project Development (PD), and Project Management (PM)
- The candidate should be able to Handle a dynamic workload, managing over 100 projects at various stages of development, documentation, or execution at any given time
- The candidate should be able to Apply expertise in project scheduling to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with project objectives
- The candidate should be able to Coordinate with external parties to ensure the timely production and review of project plans and schedules
- The candidate should be able to Provide valuable insights and recommendations to enhance project schedules, considering factors such as project programs, budgets, feasibility, design complexity, and project phasing
- The candidate should be able to Demonstrate strong organizational and planning skills to navigate the complexities of project scheduling and execution within the UPDC group
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!