Project officer
City of Winnipeg’s Water and Waste department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Project officer. City of Winnipeg’s Water and Waste department manages the city’s water supply and waste management systems. It ensures the provision of clean drinking water and effective wastewater treatment services. Through infrastructure maintenance and environmental initiatives, the department promotes sustainability and protects public health. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Winnipeg
Department: Water and Waste
Division: Engineering Services
Position: Project officer
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $1364.67 – $1786.65 weekly
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Employee Group: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)
Location: 1199 Pacific Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3E 1G5, Canada
Shift: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Job ID: 124402
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Bachelor Degree in a related field such as Commerce, Engineering, Architect or Finance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Experience: Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience related to the duties listed above in Project Delivery preferably in a Public Sector environment
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have post-secondary education in Project Management and have knowledge in the industry sector that is applicable to the department where the position will reside
- The candidates should attain a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation/Prince II certification and certification in Asset Management at the time of hire, which is desirable. Applicants who have not yet attained these certifications are required to obtain them within a 6-year timeframe
- The candidates should successfully complete associated professional designations, in addition to the education listed above, which is considered an asset, including obtaining a P.Eng., C.E.T/A.Sc.T, CMA, CGA, CA, or CPA
- The candidates should have experience administering contracts with a team of design consultants and contractors and should possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- The candidates should demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities and circumstances, as well as the ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously in a stressful and fast-paced environment
- The candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders, and the general public
- The candidates should demonstrate ability and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, including experience with Project Management Systems such as Microsoft Project or similar software
- The candidates should demonstrate a commitment towards continuous learning, growth, and the achievement of high performance and have a proven ability to set priorities, solve problems, and meet deadlines under pressure
- The candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain relations with consultants, government agencies, developers, suppliers, and contractors relative to facility and equipment design and improvements, and formulate sound recommendations
- The candidates should have experience in a municipal environment and must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to manage small to medium projects throughout the project life cycle under the general supervision of the Acting WSTP Director
- The candidates should be able to balance time, money, and scope to ensure that the Business Owners’ requirements are met or exceeded
- The candidates should be able to plan, deliver, and transfer the project to the Business Owner effectively and efficiently
- The candidates should be able to work with a variety of stakeholders from both internal and external organizations
- The candidates should be able to manage projects under the direction of the WSTP Project Director and Senior Project Management Staff to successfully complete and/or implement projects and departmental initiatives
- The candidates should be able to develop and manage the procurement process, including solicitation and contract administration tasks
- The candidates should be able to coordinate the Design Management process, whether internal or external consultants are involved
- The candidates should be able to coordinate and oversee the project turnover process
Benefits:
- The candidates will get employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!