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Port of Vancouver Senior Construction Project Specialist (1-year term) in Vancouver, British Columbia
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Join an organization that plays a critical role in Canada’s economy. At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we focus on doing the incredible work it takes to become the world’s most sustainable port.
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is responsible for the stewardship of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Our mandate as a Canada Port Authority, as set out by the Canada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives, ensuring goods are moved safely and responsibly through the Port of Vancouver. That means providing infrastructure and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic and cargo within the port. It also means we carry out reviews of proposed activities and developments on federal port lands and waters to determine whether a project can go ahead without impacts to the environment and community that cannot be mitigated.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We believe in creating a workplace that reflects the richness of our community and empowers all employees to reach their full potential.
The senior construction project specialist is responsible for providing senior coordination and administration expertise to the design and construction of complex capital works and maintenance projects. This position is also responsible for senior technical input related to asset management; and identifying, recommending, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiencies.
What youdo:
Prepare cost estimatesand submissions for program and contract approvals. Prepare tender packages andcoordinate tender calls; review and evaluate bids. Prepare requests forproposals; participate in selection of consultants.
Coordinate andadminister construction activities: Inspect, supervise, and record constructionactivities and progress. Prepare and/orcheck progress claims. Prepare andrecommend approval of change orders and contract extensions. Approve on-site construction changes. Liaise with, instruct, and approve all phasesof consulting work. Prepare project cost and progress reports.
Coordinate projectclose-out data and coordinate with asset management coordinator to selectrelevant data for input to the port authority’s Computerized MaintenanceManagement System (CMMS).
Define scope of work, organizeand/or carry out asset inspections and assessments.
Report oninspection/assessment results and recommend follow-up actions. Work with asset management coordinator toensure recording of appropriate data, including scheduling of recommendedfollow-up actions.
Provide seniortechnical review and advice for project designs including life cycle cost evaluations.
Provide senior technicalassistance to internal and external customers.
Provide seniortechnical review and advice for project permit applications received from portauthority’s project and environmental review process.
Facilitateeffective and efficient team discussions and collaborate with team members todetermine appropriate project delivery methodology.
Identify,evaluate, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
What you bring:
Musthave a bachelor’s degree with specialization in project, constructionmanagement or engineering.
Aminimum of 5 years of related experience in leading port related capital andmaintenance projects, condition assessments and design of port asset renewals(i.e., inspecting, evaluating, and rehabilitating portinfrastructure).
Must be eligible to be registeredas an Applied Science Technologist with the Applied Science Technologists andTechnicians of BC or equivalent.
Musthave excellent computer skills including databases, MS Word and Excel and the ability to operate various survey instruments.
Project ManagementProfessional (PMP) certification is an asset.
What we offer:
We offer a robust total rewards package including:
Market-competitive basesalaries and variable incentive plan
Generousand inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
Flexible remote workprogram
Earned time off program
Paid vacation andpersonal care leave
Learning, development,and advancement opportunities
Onsitegym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’swaterfront
Friendly, unique, andrespectful workplace
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Temporary, Hybrid
Working environment: Normal office conditions with regular exposure to adverse weather conditions on operating terminals and roadways.
Marine TransportationSecurity Clearance
This position is required to access restricted areas/information. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.
This is Canadian-based employment,and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work inCanada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may besubject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record,credit, and/or reference checks.
At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated toemployment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our portcommunity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates includingwomen, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visibleminorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection processand while working with the port authority. If you require support applying toour openings, please contact us at careers@portvancouver.com .
We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditionalterritories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ(Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our indigenous relations andcommitment to reconciliation, please visit our website (https://www.portvancouver.com/community/indigenous-relations/) .