Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

JOB POSTING

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast‑growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

Project Manager

Planning and Engineering

Planning and Engineering Manager

Full‑Time, Permanent

Reporting to the Planning & Engineering Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for managing the development and implementation of capital projects. The Project Manager ensures that community projects are completed successfully on time, on budget, and in accordance with TteS objectives.

The Project Manager supports the development management of Le Estcwicwéy̓ Residential School and other community projects. The Project Manager oversees and provides leadership to project staff and is accountable for the planning, development, and implementation of capital projects from conception to construction completion, and through to being fully operational.

• Work to ensure that all proposed developments are undertaken in a professional and planned manner, and that all projects follow the established guidelines, policies and by‑laws.
• Lead project initiation with a critical eye to feasibility. Develop a detailed plan to monitor and track the progress.
• Monitor progress and make adjustments. Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
• Lead the implementation of successful proposals.
• Assist TteS client departments to clarify their objectives and resources.
• Assist TteS client departments to develop their business case.
• Ensure that the contractual structure among the development partners reflects the business case.
• Assemble and co‑ordinate the development team including tendering and contract preparation.
• Accountable for procurement and contract management, budget control, and quality assurance. Negotiate contracts and revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements.
• Manage project workflow.
• Manage relationships and coordinate with stakeholders, and project team for the flawless execution of projects.
• Coordinate and/or obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
• Coordinate and document construction lending requirements and work liaising with Indigenous Services Canada, First Nations Health Authority, and other funding agencies.
• Develop, monitor and update the project scope, budget and schedule.
• Complete monthly project reporting including change order management and quality assurance.
• Oversee all aspects of projects including setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and summarizing progress of project. Prepare reports for leadership regarding status of projects.
• Ensure that project milestones are achieved and documented.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and prepare detailed reports. Provide project updates on a consistent basis to leadership and various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
• Perform risk‑management analysis to reduce project risks. Report and escalate issues as and when needed.
• Facilitate regular project meetings.
• Assist the development team to resolve conflicting objectives.
• Co‑ordinate community consultation events and engagement.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of TteS administrative systems and procedures.
• Provide leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals founded on Secwépemc protocols, practices, and worldviews.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with TteS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Awareness of reconciliation and application of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Canada – in all aspects of work with TteS.
• Maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of TteS.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

• A post‑secondary degree/diploma in a technical or related field…