Neighbourhoods Planning and Design

The Building Great Neighbourhoods Branch and the Neighbourhood Renewal Program are the building blocks of a great city, and invest in reconstructing neighbourhoods to enhance their livability and longevity.

The Project Manager role in Neighbourhoods Planning and Design is your opportunity to apply your project management skills, technical knowledge and leadership ability to an exciting program of mature residential neighbourhoods projects that directly enhance the lives of Edmontonians. You will be responsible for the project management activities for the planning and design of transportation and parks projects through the development of concept and preliminary designs; including roads, alleys, transit and active transportation projects, as well as park and open space projects. Experience with neighbourhood-related issues and working collaboratively with community groups is an asset. This is a great opportunity to shape the face of Edmonton one neighbourhood at a time!

With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will be responsible for:

Project Management and Execution:

• Manage the planning and design for infrastructure projects including operational/strategic initiatives, resource and financial management
• Define the project goals, objectives and planned deliverables in order to fulfill the requirements of the Project Owners and Project Sponsors
• Manage, monitor and report project milestones through detailed plans and schedules, ensuring the project is on budget, on schedule, and within the defined scope and quality
• Perform all activities related to thorough risk management for all projects

Public and Stakeholder Management:

• Develop and steward relationships that support the success of the projects
• Develop and implement robust public/stakeholder engagement processes and activities, working in collaboration with Communications & Engagement
• Respond and/or manage responses to all project inquiries Chair and/or participate in project-related meetings, including liaison/steering committee meetings

Organizational Alignment and Continuous Improvement:

• Contribute to the design, implementation and continuous improvement of project management processes and practices
• Operate with a high degree of influence and effectiveness, achieved through collaboration and maximizing the contribution of all stakeholders
• Contribute to and uphold a positive image and culture

Leadership:

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams consisting of consultants, business partners and stakeholders
• Foster a culture of collaboration and networking among project team members, across the corporation and beyond
• Mentor and coach team members in a manner that fosters a culture of growth, development and continuous improvement
• Monitor team member engagement and implement action plans as necessary
• Contributing to program development and continuous improvement as necessary

Administrative:

• Document all project activities in accordance with the Project Management methodology, City policies, processes and procedures, as well as regulatory and legislative requirements
• Manage the procurement and contract processes, review of proposals/bids, and make recommendations for acceptance
• Guide and coordinate the work of consultants and contractors

Safety Management:

• Ensure the project abides by any applicable City of Edmonton Occupational Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines
• In situations where contractors perform services on behalf of the City, be responsible for selecting the appropriate prime contractor management approach for the project
• Develop the project level safety plan, implement and enforce for each project
• Other duties as assigned

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as Engineering, Construction, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, Business, or Project Management and a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible project management experience

OR

• Completion of a Diploma in a related field such as Engineering, Construction, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, Business, or Project Management or Trade Certification and a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible project management experience
• Strong project management skills including an understanding of project management methods and techniques (PMBOK best practices)
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of projects
• Proven planning, organizational and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding of planning and design related to transportation, utilities, Low Impact, Development and open space infrastructure
• Experience developing and implementing public engagement processes
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills with experience in solving complex and sensitive issues
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presenting
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop strong relationships and work in a collaborative, integrated manner
• Experience managing and working with external consultants
• Ability and willingness to delegate and empower others
• Working knowledge of relevant codes, legislation, regulations, policies and procedures (OH&S, Environmental, etc.)
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Applicants may be tested