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Job ID #31429: Project Manager - Recreation Services Planning

Lead the development of a comprehensive recreation facilities development strategy
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Project Manager - Recreation Services Planning

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada's largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, Divisional Project Initiatives, the Project Manager will take a leadership role in researching, consulting, developing and preparing reports on Recreation industry best practices.

The Project Manager will lead and direct project teams composed of all levels of staff related to recreation workforce planning, alternative service delivery and business projects. The Project Manager will be required to work closely with staff, management and community stakeholders to ensure that the Recreation services meet the needs of the City and the Community. Develop and implement detailed plans to successfully support the division's Recreation Master Plan. Assist in establishing strategies to improve effectiveness and efficiencies in delivering Recreation services to meet divisional goals and objectives. Identify the need for, and develop, strategies and plans related to the planning, development and management of recreation facilities including property acquisition, protection and enhancement of recreation facilities. Work in conjunction with other sections of the Recreation Division, other Divisions in the Department, other City Departments and stakeholders to ensure inclusive and equitable access to recreational facilities and services for all members of the community.

The Project Manager will have excellent writing skills and will take leadership role to ensure completion of reports, business cases and presentations to various stakeholders, which are concise, geared towards innovation with focus on meeting the continual changing needs of the community. Manages projects in a variety of staff resource configurations ranging from individual work to cross-departmental teams, providing leadership, guidance, technical competence, innovative problem-solving and effectiveness in all such settings. The Project Manager will use a "best practices" approach in seeking new methods, systems, research and analysis to support ongoing continuous improvement in the delivery of services and monitors the budget for projects in accordance with established Corporate procedures, ensuring that project expenditures are within budgeted levels.

Maintains professional competence in the discipline of project management, including responsibility for the overall development and implementation of assigned projects, the Project Manager will:

  • identify all project tasks
  • develop a project schedule
  • create milestones and budgets
  • research best practices
  • estimate costs
  • public engagement
  • draft project charter scope and deliverables
  • identify Project resources and skills requirement
  • report to Management and Council
  • determine allocation of financial resources to project tasks
  • obtain final approval
  • implementation and training

Supervises consultants working on projects and initiatives related to recreation services planning by identifying project tasks, estimated costs, project schedules, milestones and budget. Prepares verbal and written presentations to management and Council and reports regularly on the status of projects, milestone achievements, fiscal status, change and risk management. Prepares recommendations and outlines preferred course of action.

Performs other duties as assigned, which are directly related to the normal functions of the job as defined.

Qualifications:

  • Preference given to those who have demonstrated competence in project management with a proven track record in managing a time sensitive project, normally acquired through a degree in business, or public administration, or related experience or discipline pertinent to the job functions combined with project management experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively oversee a large multi-disciplinary staff in a result-oriented environment.
  • Possesses a demonstrated record of strong leadership and guidance, technical competence, team advocacy, staff delegation and empowerment and be committed to results.
  • Knowledge and understanding of continuous improvement methodologies. Lean Sigma Green belt considered and asset.
  • Proven organizational skills and the ability to work with very tight deadlines and competing priorities. Must have above average analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Progressive experience in project management.
  • Demonstrated ability to challenge, lead and inspire others to excel in an environment that fosters innovative approaches to problem-resolution.
  • Ability to deal effectively with management, peers, staff and the general public.
  • Ability to balance a number of projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines is essential.
  • Capable of working independently as well as part of an interdisciplinary team. Must have initiative and the ability to carry out instructions without detailed direction.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, facilitation skills and presentation skills, a team leader and mentor possessing highly developed negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong project management and organizational analytical, statistical, research, trend analysis and forecasting skills
  • Possesses a high level of personal integrity with experience providing work direction related to project delivery.
  • Acute sense of confidentiality and judgment required.
  • Must possess thorough knowledge of the current suite of Microsoft productivity tools, including PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Microsoft Project and web-based applications an asset.
  • Must possess a Class "G" Driver's License with provisions of a vehicle for use on the job. This position requires a valid Class "G" Driver's Licence and proof thereof is required after hire.
  • Hours: 35 per week
  • The incumbent shall comply with all health and safety policies and practices for this position and the workplace.
  • Disclaimer: Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.
  • Terms: The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
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