Our employer partner is currently looking to hire a Project Specialist! In this position, you will support the facilities management team in successfully fulfilling the clients' requirements. You will also monitor projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery. Key Responsibilities:

Review all requirements of each Capital/Renovation request with the users and provide budget estimates relative to the project.

Control and supervise project activities in accordance with the defined scope, schedule and budget.

Prepare detailed project documents defining scope of work, schedule of work, costs and responsibilities of all users.

Liaise with Hospitals Consulting Engineers and Architect to ensure all user requirements are incorporated in the contract documents, specifications and drawing for each project.

Negotiates/facilitates consensus re: capital project design, construction, and project delivery within established limits; negotiates/establishes requirements and approval for projects such as development and building permits.

Review and evaluate contractors’ bids and participate in negotiations for contract approvals.

Liaise with hospital staff as required to facilitate construction progress and maintain effective communications regarding contractors’ work and the operation of Hospital departments.

Observe construction in progress while ensuring all project work is conducted in accordance with project drawings and specifications.

Review construction and safety techniques employed by contractors and staff for adherence to standard practices and quality levels.

Maintain project contract documents, plans, specifications, and progress files throughout the project.

Review all invoices and progress billings relative to project work recommending same for payment.

Review all change orders and changes to the scope of work, recommending same for approval.

Attends meetings with project team to monitor project progress.

Prepare monthly progress reports as to the status of approved projects. Prepare various reports including project budget and expenditures; update and monitor as required.

Monitor service contracts to ensure in accordance with standards/guidelines.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 year' experience within project control or project coordination

Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Architecture, Interior Design, Mechanical engineering, or a relevant discipline.

Knowledge/understanding of Occupational Health & Safety Act, building codes and applicable standards/regulations.

Effective communication skills with ability to excel in a team environment.

Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Suite (Excel and Word)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future