Job Description

Location: Multi-Site, Primary Site: Carbonear General Hospital

Project Technologist
(Subject to Classification Review)
Working from Multiple Sites
Capital Planning, Infrastructure and Engineering
Permanent, Full Time
26861POS
Hours 70 bi-weekly (7 hour days)
Salary HL-20 ($67,978 - $88,372 per annum)
Competition Number 2023004795
Posted Date 6 September 2023
Closing Date 13 September 2023

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Project Technologist position is a multi-function position. This position is accountable for planning, scheduling, directing, & administrating capital projects within NL Health Services\' Capital Planning, Infrastructure & Engineering division. The incumbent will work closely with Project Managers and Engineers to facilitate capital project implementation. This position provides in house technical expertise (Architectural, Electrical & Mechanical) as well as Project Management expertise to the Capital Planning, Infrastructure & Engineering department as a whole. This position is responsible for the effective supervision & evaluation of contractors, managing schedules and monitoring changes on capital projects, estimating and coordinating projects involving renovations, new construction and upgrading of existing building systems, provides technical expertise in the development of specifications and tender documents, and ensures compliance of the department\'s operations with applicable codes and standards.

Job Qualifications

Education
Graduation from an approved / recognized post-secondary education program with Bachelor\'s degree in technology is required.
AETTNL certification or Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) would be considered an asset.

Experience
A minimum of five (5) years\' experience in project management or contract management is required.
Experience within a health care environment is considered an asset.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Plans, organizes, reviews and directs work related to major construction and renovation projects through facilitated communication among affected departments.
Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize work.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and use communication technologies to address small and large audiences both internal and external.
Ability to utilize best available information to guide practice and develop decision
Identifies and addresses issues impacting on services and utilizes appropriate mechanisms to raise and resolve issues.
The ability to keep issues involving conflict with other stakeholders, managers, and for staff non-personal, confidential and professional.
Ability to keep an open mind
Have an understanding of the legal ramifications of the construction contract and the public tendering system.
Manage construction activities for the project
Coordinates logistics and scheduling and performing inspection of the work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strategic thinking and planning that translates into effective implementations.
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet strict timelines.
A creative/innovative approach to problem solving and strong negotiation skills.
Ability to utilize best available information to guide practice and develop decisions.

Other
The use of a personal vehicle is a condition of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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