Preference will be given to qualified employees, as defined in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement. Should a suitable candidate not be found, external candidates will be considered.

Reporting to the Director, Design & Construction, the incumbent is responsible for leading, planning, coordinating and executing multi-disciplinary construction, renovation and refurbishment projects across all areas of the College. The incumbent meets with user groups and project stakeholders, defines project objectives, develops scope of work, estimates project budgets, produces conceptual layouts & final designs, and engages consultants and/or contractors to deliver projects on time, within budget and according to specification. This position is accountable for 10-15 medium to large sized construction, renovation and/or infrastructure renewal projects per year, ranging up to $3,000,000 in value with up to 5-7 projects concurrently in progress.

What You\xe2\x80\x99ll be Doing

Meeting with project stakeholders to ascertain requirements; define project scope, goals and deliverables to support business objectives;

Analysing existing infrastructure and assessing suitability and/or required upgrades necessary to support project while considering College objectives and standards;

Preparing project budget and cost estimates for review and approval;

Establishing project schedule, defining project milestones and identifying critical path Project Design;

Developing project design specifications and concept drawings;

Collaborating with various departments and providing leadership in establishing detailed design requirements and specifications;

Coordinating internal resources (co-op students) to prepare design drawings;

Consulting with architectural & engineering firms and ascertaining services as required to develop final design specifications and drawings;

Reviewing design for compliance to College standards, governmental regulations and ensuring implementation of the latest technology;

Engaging local authorities to discuss proposed project and apply for building permits and/or obtain municipal approvals as required;

Preparing tender bid documents and obtaining pricing for construction;

Evaluating submitted tenders and negotiating contract award;

Communicating construction schedule to the College community and coordinating accommodations with scheduling as required to mitigate adverse disruptions;

Coordinating and monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with the design & specifications;

Tracking project timeline and achieved milestones to ensure on-time project delivery and communicating updates;

Investigating any changes that may be required due to unknown conditions revealed at the time of construction and providing direction to the contractor;

Reviewing, negotiating and recommending approval of additional costs;

Tracking project expenditure and communicating updates/risk with management;

Ensuring all project deficiencies are rectified by the contractor;

Monitoring safety and ensuring project site is maintained in compliance with all Health & Safety regulations;

Conducting project post-mortems to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements and making future recommendations for improvement

Researching best practices and relevant industry tools to assist with project planning, design and execution;

Monitoring, guiding and allocating tasks to co-op students

Coordinating internal resources to survey and update Master Plans related to building infrastructure

Providing recommendations regarding interior design of College space and required building infrastructure upgrades (i.e. building envelope, civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, etc.);

Performing other related duties, as assigned.

About You

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression , equity , and inclusion .

You enjoy balancing many different tasks, have solid multi-tasking and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.

Your collaborative spirit is balanced with your ability to take initiative and act independently to advance initiatives.

You have the ability to manage shifting priorities, demands and timelines through your analytical and problem-solving capabilities .

You are adept at conducting research into project related issues, product development and effective space utilization.

You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills , both written and verbal.

You have a keen ability to interpret and review building designs, plans, details & construction drawings.

The successful candidate will also meet the following requirements:

3-year diploma/degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field

5 years demonstrated experience with all stages of planning, design and execution of renovation and construction projects, preferably within an academic or public sector setting (equivalency to be considered)

Advanced knowledge of construction management, architectural standards, engineering principles and relevant codes

Advanced knowledge of building facilities and infrastructure systems

Proficient use with Auto Cad is considered as asset

Who We Are

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people\xe2\x80\x99s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2024: Galvanizing Education for a Complex World ( https://sheridan2024.sheridancollege.ca/ ), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we\xe2\x80\x99re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details

Department: Facilities and Sustainable Infrastructure

Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus). This position is currently a hybrid of on-campus and remote work.

Reference #: J0323-0571

Employee Group: Support Staff

Payband: K

Hourly Range: $42.38 - $49.15

Hours/Week: 37.5

Hours: 8:30am \xe2\x80\x93 5:00pm

Application Deadline: March 27, 2023

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources .

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.