Job Description

Union/Affiliation:

C.U.P.E. Local 3338

Pay range:

$2,811.25 to $3,183.51 bi-weekly

SFU Department Descr:

Facilities Services - Minor Projects

Position Grade:

12

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

70

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose - the essence of SFU - is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

About the Role

Meets with clients in one-on-one and group meetings to discuss project needs, expectations, and requirements. Provides initial estimates to the client regarding project feasibility, timelines, and budget. Prepares the Preliminary Estimate for a project by preparing design drawings in AutoCAD according to client needs; and analyzing As-Built drawings and floor plans to determine the structural and building code implications of a project. Identifies and discusses with the client issues relating to compliance, procurement processes and policies, building code requirements, university standards (e.g., architectural, project, etc.), facilities operational limits, and budget constraints. Discusses the level of involvement of external consultants and the nature of the consultants who might be retained. Creates the Project Charter which includes detailed project designs, project scope, technical specifications, and updated budget estimates. Participates in the selection of contractors for projects; prepares tender documentation to be bid on by contractors; evaluates the submitted bids; recommends contractors to the Manager; and preparing contract documents to be signed off on by the Supervisor and contractor. Coordinates the construction phase of a project by preparing and coordinating project timelines for contractors and in-house trades staff; conducting site visits to track progress and ensure work adheres to project specifications.


The ideal candidate will have extensive experience using Auto-Cad, Excel, Word & Adobe programs. They will have great communication skills and experience in the trades.


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