Under the direction of the Manager, Asset Management Office, the Project Manager - AMO, provides leadership and guidance in the execution of projects and initiatives through an integrated multi-disciplinary team approach that strives for innovation, excellence and efficiency.

Projects may include, but are not limited to planning, design, and construction, installation, or implementation of capital projects including transit on-street infrastructure, and bus rapid transit plus other related projects and programs. This position will also work collaboratively with other departments to provide design review and advice related to integrating roadway and active transportation infrastructure with Transit projects and priorities. This position will manage projects throughout the project¿s life-cycle and ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning.

The Project Manager - AMO, will initiate, lead, facilitate, coordinate, and provide direction, monitoring and oversight activity for the projects assigned and ensure that the benefits of the investment are realized in an efficient and effective manner. This position is expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The Project Manager - AMO will work with the Project Sponsor to plan, deliver and transfer the project to the Business Owner.

As the Project Manager - AMO you will:

- Provide project management expertise and guidance to the Department to successfully complete and/or implement projects and departmental initiatives, while achieving the benefits of the investment.
- Develop and manage the procurement process which includes solicitation and contract administration tasks.
- Manage the Design Management process.
- Develop Business Cases and Investment Strategies per the Investment Planning Manual.
- Represent the department at Public Engagement activities, meetings with Contractors, Owner Advocates, the public, stakeholders and Councilors.
- Be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of additional Transit projects, as required.
- Coordinate and oversee the Project Turnover process.





Your education and qualifications include:

- Bachelors Degree in a related field such as Commerce, Engineering, Architect, or Finance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- P.Eng is an asset.
- Experience working with transportation design standards and guidelines in a Canadian context, such as the standards and guidelines produced by the Transportation Association of Canada, Institute of Transportation Engineers, National Association of City Transportation Officials, along with the Winnipeg Accessible Design Standard and the Accessibility for Manitobans Act including the Accessibility Standard for Transportation required.
- Post-secondary education in Project Management would be desirable.
- Attainment of a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation/Prince II certification and certification in Asset Management, and ADKAR Change Management Certification at the time of hire is desirable. Applicants who have not yet attained these certifications are required to obtain within a 6-year timeframe.
- Successful completion of the associated professional designations in addition to the education listed above is considered an asset including obtaining a P.Eng.
- Certificate in Quality Management is considered an asset.
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Five to eight (5-8) years of experience related to the duties listed above in Project Delivery, preferably in a Public Sector environment.
- Knowledge in the industry sector that is applicable to the department that position will reside in.
- Previously demonstrated success in leading projects including change initiatives, navigating complex environments and influencing desirable outcomes through positive and collaborative relationship management.
- Experience with supervision and management of design consultants and contractors




- Excellent organizational and time management skills in order to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities and circumstances as well as ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously in stressful and fast paced setting.
- Supervisory experience including planning, organizing, directing, motivating and managing professional and administrative staff.
- Previous experience managing and leading projects including organizing, coordinating, planning, and maintaining schedules and controlling a large number of projects.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public.
- Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office Suite including experience with Project Management Systems such as Microsoft Project or similar software.
- Demonstrated commitment towards continuous learning, growth and the achievement of high performance.
- Demonstrated 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 formulates sound recommendations.
- Proven ability to set priorities, solve problems and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Experience in a municipal environment would be considered an asset.
- IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

A Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit www.winnipeg.ca/police.

📌 Project Manager - AMO (Winnipeg)
🏢 City of Winnipeg
📍 Winnipeg