Project Coordinator

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Important Note: The work location is Jasper, Alberta. Remote work is not possible for this position. Due to the 2024 Jasper Wildfire, staff accommodations are limited. Housing in Jasper can be challenging to secure at this time. Many employees choose to commute from Hinton, Alberta which is about 75km from the Jasper townsite. Commuting assistance would be provided in these cases.

Duties

Parks Canada is looking for the ideal candidate to fill the position of Project Coordinator for the Jasper Field Unit. This position will assist project managers and leaders with elements of construction projects and provide project support for built asset projects in Jasper National Park due to the Jasper Wildfire Complex.

Reporting to the Senior Project Leader for the Jasper Rebuild and working closely with project managers, the individual will assist in project management duties from the concept through to construction phases for Architectural and Engineering related projects. Scope of projects generally include the recapitalization, repair, and rehabilitation of built assets such as campgrounds, visitor and operational facilities, roads, and pedestrian and vehicular bridges.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to;
• Assisting in development of project requirements, scope, budget, and schedule
• Coordinating contractors and consultants at various phases of a project and managing the associated call-ups and contracts.
• Construction inspection.
• Assisting in the development of consultant call-ups and scopes of work for contractors related to projects.
• Review of tender documents and specifications.
• Review of consultant and contractor deliverables.
• Working and engaging with Parks Canada Project Leads, Project Managers, and stakeholders for various projects.
• Coordinating internal and external stakeholder meetings.
• Facilitating the work of project managers, project leaders, design consultants and contractors.
• Providing status updates on projects, as required.
• Supporting reporting activities on projects, as required.
• Aiding in progress billing process for consultants and contractors.
• Preparing estimates and supporting documents required to assist the Project Leads and Project Managers to prepare Request for Project Approval documents and related project updates.

Work environment

Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to fill two term position with a specified period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2027.

This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures (temporary, indeterminate, full-time, part-time), security levels or linguistic profiles in same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a diploma/degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, construction management or other engineering specialties related to the position or have an acceptable combination of education, training and experience. Candidates without the specified education, but that have experience as a trades person or general contractor with project coordination experience are encouraged to apply.

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Eligibility for Applied Science Technologist (AScT), Certified Technician (C. Tech.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), Engineer in Training (EIT), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Architect or other equivalent designation through a provincial regulator.

EXPERIENCE
•Significant* experience in coordinating work on construction sites;
•Significant* experience in managing external contractors and ensuring the quality of work;
•Familiarity with project management activities;
•Familiarity with Engineering or Architectural design;
•Experience working in an environment requiring collaboration between various stakeholders;


* Significant experience is defined as having performed this task on an on-going basis as part of their main duties at least two years in the last five years.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
•Knowledge of Engineering and/or Architectural design and practices;
•Knowledge of principles and best practices associated with project management;
•Knowledge of current codes, standards and construction methods related to built works.

ABILITIES
•Ability to analyze and synthesize complex information including technical drawings and specifications;
•Ability to develop options and solutions to construction challenges in relation to technical drawings and specifications;
•Ability to coordinate projects involving design consultants, contractors, and multiple stakeholders or partners;
•Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing including preparing reports, presentations and briefings;
•Ability to successfully engage in all phases of multiple ongoing projects;
•Ability to use word processing, database and spreadsheet applications;
•Ability to operate independently.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
•Personally connects with people (team player);
•Makes things happen;
•Exercises sound judgement;
•Strives for excellence.

Conditions of employment

- You are required to obtain and maintain a Reliability Status security clearance.
- You are required to possess and maintain a valid Class 5 driver’s licence (Class L, N or other graduated licenses will not be accepted).
- You must be willing to work overtime.
- You will be required to work shift-work, and/or weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays as scheduled by your delegated manager.
- You must be willing to work and travel in a variety of terrains and weather conditions in the performance of the duties.
- You will be required to work in adverse weather conditions.
- You may be required to wear a uniform while performing your duties.
- You must be willing and able to wear required safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

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Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their application.

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Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

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Contact information

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