Job Description

Our Story:
About You:
You are a high achiever looking to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You take pride in your own work but are comfortable collaborating with a team of highly motivated individuals. You can communicate clearly and concisely with teammates and clients, and you enjoy strong company culture and camaraderie. You can navigate multiple corporate functions, including global lines of service and corporate centers of excellence. You possess strong interpersonal skills and are willing to take on diverse tasks to achieve the team\xe2\x80\x99s common goal. You value personal and professional growth and are ready to take the next step in advancing your career.

If this sounds like you, well, then you will love the culture at Avison Young!

About Us:
Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. We\xe2\x80\x99ve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.

Real estate can have an enormous positive impact on people\xe2\x80\x99s lives \xe2\x80\x93 and we\xe2\x80\x99re in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.

We care about each other and we have each other\xe2\x80\x99s backs. This makes Avison Young a great place to be a client, and a great place to work. We support the whole person and their complete wellness \xe2\x80\x93 economic, mental and physical \xe2\x80\x93 because what\xe2\x80\x99s best for our business comes from our people bringing their whole selves to work.

Of course we love it here, but outsiders think we\xe2\x80\x99re pretty great too: Avison Young was awarded the prestigious America\xe2\x80\x99s Best Midsize Employers for 2022, presented by Forbes and Statista, Inc. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud to be regularly recognized for our team, services and culture and our team members enjoy comprehensive compensation and benefit programs. Through our customized work options, we give our people the flexibility to create a work environment that puts their overall well-being first. After all, we are powered by people. Overview:
We are seeking experienced leaders with sound technical engineering practices, contract management and project management skills to join our team in Vancouver. Responsible for project management including design, contract administration and inspection of civil infrastructure works projects. Responsible for the day-to-day contact with the client and for meeting project fiduciary and schedule requirements. Involves oversight and management of other project team members and stakeholders. Responsibilities:
Project Responsibilities

• Responsible for multiple, simultaneous projects, managing internal and external resources
• Independently develop and manage detailed project budgets from conception through project closeout.
• Independently develop project schedules, incorporating all aspects of the project, including due diligence, design phase and construction phases
• Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP) documents including terms of reference for design and construction administration proposals from external consultants. Evaluate, compare, level proposals, and recommend consultant selection
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions and additions to contractual agreements with consultants, suppliers, and contractors
• Coordinate and oversee design process in accordance with the approved schedule
• Review and approving engineering design and drafting work
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients
• Provide value engineering suggestions and project strategy recommendations to keep the project within budget
• Plan, organize and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
• Prepare and review specifications, cost estimates, plans and contract documents related to public work projects and check similar data performed by others
• Evaluate tenders and ensures conformance of contractor work to municipal standards and specifications, working closely with contractors in understanding and administering projects
• Provide frequent progress reports to the client keeping them informed of overall project issues including budget, schedule and risk status
• Maintain relationship with primary client contacts, ensuring expectations are continuously met and maintained
• Confer with supervisory personnel, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, financial issues and construction problems
• Work closely with a wide variety of internal and external contacts, including the public, consultants, contractors, city inspectors, administration staff, operations and maintenance staff, in providing information and assistance on matters related to the work
• Track critical path items to ensure timely project completion and adjust project strategy when needed to ensure compliance with project schedule
• Review and approve monthly contractor and vendor invoices
• Manage, collect, collate and distribute closeout documentation to all parties

Administrative Responsibilities

• Oversee & direct other project resources assigned to project(s) for which you are responsible, providing direction and mentorship
• Prepare proposals for project management services, including developing fee structure
• Develop knowledge of internal processes and procedures for tracking and documenting projects
• Maintain all project files in accordance with AY PJM standards and protocols

Business Development Responsibilities

• Participate in industry organizations (EGBC, CoreNet, PMI, etc.), attending events, participating on committees, and leveraging relationships for networking and lead development
• Develop relationships with consultants and vendors
• Develop relationships and collaborate with AY colleagues in other service lines

Qualifications:

• A university degree in Engineering. Civil preferred.
• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng)
• PMP preferred
• Ten years of municipal infrastructure design and construction experience, with associated experience in project management and contract administration. (Can be from in house at a municipality or on consulting side)
• Experience in a municipal public works setting as well as experience within an SAP or computer- based work environment
• Ability to work independently
• Driver\xe2\x80\x99s license for the Province of British Columbia is required
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project and Smartsheet
• Critical thinking skills and ability to problem solve
• Use of good judgment and negotiation skills
• Ability to work closely with, manage and collaborate effectively with a diversity of stakeholders
• Willingness to be flexible
• Works with integrity, dependability, and cooperation

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment:
Avison Young practices as an equal opportunity employer in all services locations around the world. We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce diverse in experience, skills and knowledge with uniformity in service excellence, commitment and integrity.


The firm maintains a strict policy to ensure employment opportunities are equal and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, protected veteran or military service status, or any other elements protected by law.


For those requiring assistance with disabilities, information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.


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