Job Summary The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is inviting applications for the full-time position (35 hours/week) of Project Manager. Applicants may be added to an eligibility list which may be used to fill additional upcoming term Project Manager opportunities. Please apply directly on our site at: https://www.rdck.ca/human-resources/career-opportunites/

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Project Manager is primarily responsible for scoping, contracting, tendering and managing a variety of projects for the Community Services, Environmental Services, and Fire & Emergency Management Services departments throughout the Regional District of Central Kootenay.

The incumbent is responsible for procuring the work within corporate procurement policy, creating and administering project management systems, capital project budget management, contractor performance management, and ensuring contractors follow established safety and environmental procedures and meet all contractual requirements relative to Codes, Acts and Regulations.

Responsibilities

- Plan and coordinate capital projects to deliver objectives set by the General Manager of Environmental Services.
- Establish and lead project teams including contractors and subcontractors responsible for individual projects. Participate in the selection of contractors required for specific projects by assessing project requirements in conjunction with the Senior Project Manager and departmental General Managers. .
- Establish valuable working relationships with contractors and subcontractors and work closely with each to adapt to changing priorities.
- Track schedules, project plans, and cost to ensure contractors fulfil the terms and conditions of their contracts.




- Investigate variances and take necessary action to resolve issues as they arise.
- Work with Site Inspectors to monitor works and to promote informed projection decision making.
- Obtain easements, statutory right-of-ways, license of occupations and other forms of land access permissions as required for completion and long-term operation of projects
- Make decisions regarding the purchase of service and materials within established spending authority.
- Plan and execute daily and weekly work programs.
- Complete reporting for project owners, the Board and other stakeholders as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

- Degree qualification in Engineering or a related field + 3 years experience in a project management role in civil or buildings infrastructure; OR
- Diploma qualification in Engineer Technology or a related field + 5 years experience in a project management role in civil or buildings infrastructure.
- Completion of CAD courses and related engineering software courses including MS Projects.
- Knowledge of basic principles of civil engineering, GPS and land surveying, G.I.S. and testing equipment and procedures.
- Demonstrated skill and ability to manage project scope, cost and scheduling.
- Knowledge of best practices, methods, and tools used in inspecting and regulating construction work, application of environmental regulations, installation and maintenance projects and of the regulations, standards, bylaws and other requirements related.
- Valid BC Driver's License with satisfactory driver's abstract and satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Pay: $45.61-$51.83 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nelson, BC

📌 Project Manager (Nelson)
🏢 Regional District of Central Kootenay
📍 Nelson