Manager - Project Delivery

VACANCY STATUS:  FULL TIME

Position Purpose:

The purpose of this position is to provide Hospital direction and oversight to the delivery of all redevelopment construction projects including the New Windsor / Essex Acute Care Hospital (NWEACH).  The Manager of Project Delivery will provide timely and efficient leadership support to the Director of Project Delivery and the Redevelopment Team on all items related to construction, constructability and contract compliance. The Manager will bring a broad understanding of clinical planning, site planning, design, contract documents, procurement, and construction for projects delivered using a Public-Private-Partnership (P3) model and a CCDC 5B model.  The Manager should have a good working knowledge of construction practices, policies, procedures, and processes as well as an understanding of the Ministry of Health’s capital planning process.  The Manager should have good project and design management skills, as well as strong inter-personal skills.

The Manager’s primary responsibilities will be related to the construction (project delivery) of the NWEACH Project and will work closely with the ZW Group who are providing contracted project management services for the project; however the  Manager may be called on to provide advice and guidance on issues related to the delivery of projects at the Ouellette and Met Campuses.

There are no direct reports

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement the process and tools necessary to successfully monitor and control construction projects (budget, scope and cost).  
• Implement the process and tools necessary to successfully clear construction deficiencies and building commissioning activities.
• Monitors all contractual commitments to ensure that all work is being performed in compliance with the Project Agreement or contract, output specifications, and schedule.
• Oversees and organizes the work of consultants to capital projects.
• Participates in construction site meetings and Works Committee meetings during the Works Phase of the P3 and CCDC projects.
• Prepare project schedules and budgets for review and approval. Monitors project schedule, and recommends approval of progress payments, Contemplated Change Orders, and Change Orders.
• Implement an effective change and P3 Variation control and monitoring process.
• Analyze and report monthly on the project’s progress, including project costs and projections
• Tracks all ongoing contract interpretation disputes, and participates at post-contract meetings to address and negotiate dispute issues.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Skills/Capabilities:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct all duties and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with WRH’s commitment to promote positive customer relations when dealing with patients, families, visitors, volunteers, staff and external agents.
• Demonstrated leadership preferably in a healthcare setting with sound knowledge of hospital systems, their complexities, and interdependencies.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of best practice construction project management tools, processes, and management of managerial staff through experience in a diverse range of roles
• Demonstrated well developed business management skills and acumen (strategic planning, budgeting, resource allocation and strong analytical skills) coupled with demonstrated organizational skills and experience with large scale projects.
• Leadership values that demonstrate integrity and judgment and inspires confidence and credibility.
• Self-directed with demonstrated success and experience in managing and prioritizing large complex projects and working with multiple teams of professional, technical, and non-technical staff.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal communication and presentation skills, clear written and verbal communication with professional, technical, and non-technical staff. interdisciplinary teams, and at all levels of management and the Board of Directors
• Excellent consultation, facilitation, negotiation, problem solving, consensus building/team building and collaboration skills with an exhibited ability to gain consensus and alignment of multiple stakeholders to embrace strategies with small or large, complex projects.
• Commitment to team building in a complex, multidisciplinary, environment and ability to work with various constituents/teams to build consensus
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, self-directed learning/working style with the ability to manage several large, complex competing projects and initiatives simultaneously.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Architecture, Engineering or equivalent discipline, Business degree, with related technical or health sector background.
• Project Management Certificate would be an asset.
• A minimum of five – seven years of health sector experience in the delivery of large complex, high-profile projects.
• Detailed understanding of construction methods and processes
• Demonstrated expert knowledge in all aspects of project management procedures for health capital projects, including project control activities such as, change orders, construction documentation etc.
• Expert knowledge of facility design, construction processes, and familiarity with health care delivery systems.
• Knowledge of institutional facility design issues, building operations and systems including related health care issues and safety practices.
• Leadership values that reflect a commitment to team building in a multi-disciplinary/complex environment and working with the various constituents and teams to build consensus and support for change initiatives to achieve corporate, program and departmental goals.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in conjunction with strong people leadership skills. Knowledge and sensitivity to the needs and interests of all stakeholders.
• Capable of setting performance standards; exhibiting mature judgment; and managing a team toward meeting and exceeding objectives.
• Demonstrated skill with respect to project coordination and implementation of detailed project specifications with multi-user groups.
• Demonstrated experience with facility and equipment commissioning.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
• Superior time management and prioritization skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel. Familiarity with AutoCAD would be an asset 
• Able to work in a fast paced, results and schedule driven team environment
• PMP designation is an asset
• Knowledge of Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive and guidelines and best practices for construction procurement processes is required
• Experience with creation of procurement documents (RFT, RFQ, RFP, RFSQ) is required
• Experience with municipal building permit applications process
• Knowledge and understanding of Ontario Building Code, CSA Standards and other applicable standards
• Working knowledge of the Ministry of Health capital planning process and Infrastructure Ontario P3 project delivery method
• Highly developed influencing, communications and presentation skills
• Consultation, negotiation and consensus building skills
• Experience in finding positive solutions to complex issues and problems with a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and concurrent project activities, meet deadlines and manage change is essential
• Experience in a clinical hospital setting is an asset
• Experience managing contract performance metrics to ensure value for money is an asset.

Other:

• Enhances quality of care and contributes to the development of a client centered, team-based, learning environment by:
• Consistently contributing as a member of the Redevelopment team and practicing the values of Windsor Regional Hospital.
• Participating as a member of project teams or committees as appropriate.
• Participating in activities of organizational renewal and development.
• Sharing expertise and knowledge with other team members and other teams throughout the organization.
• Demonstrating respectful, courteous, caring attitudes in all interactions.
• Maintaining and fostering confidentiality in all aspects of written and verbal communication.

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Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.