Job Description

Employment Opportunity
TO Live has a full-time 1-year contract opportunity in its Operations department for enthusiastic, resourceful team players who thrive in a fast paced, hands-on environment in the role of \xe2\x80\x9cProject Manager \xe2\x80\x93 Capital Projects\xe2\x80\x9d.

Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects, the Project Manager \xe2\x80\x93 Capital Projects will manage assigned capital projects within TO Live. The ideal candidate will have a background and/or familiarity in performing arts venues, building operations and capital projects.
ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead or assist in the creation of capital project tender documents.
• Coordinate contractors where applicable.
• Lead project budget preparation, scheduling and monitoring processes.
• Create and manage the development of critical paths, planning, implementation, process and work back schedules to support capital projects.
• Manage all capital construction activities (e.g. renovations, inspections, contractor and architect meetings, permitting activities, project close-out and building commission activities, calendars, mandated reports, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that all phases of projects are completed within specifications and with minimal interruption to site personnel.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records.
• Ensure projects and contractors work around day-to-day activity without interruptions to the TO Live tenants, guests, or productions.
• Engage and contract consultants as required.
• Other tasks as assigned as they relate.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary Education in a discipline of Architecture, Engineering or Project management either at a college or university level
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar position or project management field.
• Vast understand of Construction and Building Methodologies including a knowledge of building infrastructure as it relates to building materials, systems and state of good repair standards.
• Possession of tact and the ability to manage multiple stakeholder projects including the ability to resolve conflict as it occurs
• Experience in managing and leading team of professionals including Architects, Engineers or other Consultants
• Experience in authoring tender and request for proposal documents.
• Experience in municipal procurement policies and procedures.
• Experience in working with CCDC and construction legislation
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize activities, develop plans, meet deadlines and manage multiple and complex operational matters on a daily basis.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Clear evidence of good judgment, reasoning ability, problem solving skills and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Results oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire trust and confidence
• A self-starter who\xe2\x80\x99s highly organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Practical knowledge of employment, labour and occupational health and safety laws.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in Windows Suite an asset.
• PMP Certification a very strong asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Variable and occasional long hours including nights and weekends.
• Variable hours of work depending on performance and event schedules.
• Travel between all three TO Live venues.
• Lack of natural light in workplace.
• Adhere to the TO Live Health & Safety policies and protocols including Covid vaccine and guidelines.

THE ORGANIZATION:
TO Live is one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest multi-arts organizations, operating three iconic venues: Meridian Hall, the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts and Meridian Arts Centre. In addition, TO Live presents a full range of performing arts, theatrical and concert events at these venues in both downtown and uptown Toronto. With these two hubs of creativity and content creation, TO Live has a unique place and perspective to activate creative spaces by inspiring local and international artists, connect audiences and to be the nexus for new ideas, elevate artistic potential, and be the catalyst for creative expression that is reflective of Toronto\xe2\x80\x99s diversity.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should apply through our TO Live careers website at: https://tolive.bamboohr.com/jobs/
No phone calls or emails please. TO Live thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Together with the Toronto Public Service\xe2\x80\x99s (TPS) initiatives, which TO Lives follows and adheres too, TO Live encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to fostering innovative ideas and solutions.
We ask that you complete the questions provided as part of the online application to assist us in ensuring our recruitment process and programs are equitable and accessible. Your responses are voluntary and the information that you provide is strictly confidential.
We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Human Resources department will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Date Posted: February 3, 2023 Application Deadline: February 16, 2023 Start Date: As soon as possible