Construction Services Coordinator

Recruitment Details

Construction Services Coordinator

Department: Water and Waste

Division: Engineering Services

Designated Work Location: 1199 Pacific Avenue, Hybrid

Position Type: Permanent on Temporary Basis – 5 Years

Salary: $ 78,340.67 - $ 105,227.49 bi-weekly, W.A.P.S.O. Grade 4

Posting No: 125416

Closing Date: January 13, 2025

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available ; subject to review and approval . Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the Design & Construction Engineer the Construction Services Coordinator is responsible for the site inspection services of in-house projects, as well as the construction and development servicing inspections required by the Department's various capital works and selected operations and maintenance programs. Provision of these services includes prioritization and assignment of work, establishment of work standards, all of which to ensure successful and quality completion of constructed projects in conformance with accepted standards, procedures and contract documents.

As The Construction Services Coordinatoryou Will

• Coordinates the construction inspection services for 6 permanent technicians/technologists or term employees as required dependent on the Branch's workload.
• Coordinates the contract administration and inspection services for all of the Department's capital works programs and selected operations and maintenance projects.
• Represents the Department for capital works projects assigned to consultants with respect to construction issues.
• Conducts worksite safety inspections and ensures that all projects under construction are in conformance with all Federal and Provincial workplace and safety regulations and the Department's Safety Management Program.
• Reviews drawings and specifications on Department projects to provide comment with respect to applicable construction standards, methods and materials.
• Ensures compliance with Worker’s Compensation Legislation, Human Rights Legislation, safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Performs other related duties consistent with the position as assigned.
  
  

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Graduate in Civil Engineering Technology from a recognized Institute of Technology.
• Membership in C.T.T.A.M. (Certified Technicians & Technologist Association of Manitoba) as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.).
• Five years’ experience directly related to contract administration and construction of municipal work. An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.
• Ability to coordinate technical support staff in order to provide effective construction management and inspection services for a large number of diverse projects.
• A good working knowledge of contract law, legal systems, dispute resolution, claims procedures and good negotiating skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contract administration including principles of contract administration and project management, City of Winnipeg specifications, general conditions, By-laws and approved materials.
• Good working knowledge of municipal design standard for sewer and water projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction techniques and trade practices equipment.
• Knowledge of Safety and Health Legislation standards and accepted guidelines.
• Ability to assess worksite risks.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, other City departments, the general public, engineering consultants, and contractors, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
• Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive reports and letters and have a high level of verbal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer utilizing various software applications (Microsoft suite software, database applications).
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence.
  
  

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*
  
  

Notes

Online applications can be submitted in PeopleSoft through the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service homepage.

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., as required/assigned

Employee Group: W.A.P.S.O.

Position Reports To: Design & Construction Engineer

• In accordance with Article 4, an employee who enters the bargaining unit on or after the date of ratification [October 29, 2020] shall be placed on Schedule A-2. Employees of the bargaining unit who are on Schedule A-2 at the time of ratification will continue to be paid in accordance with Schedule A-2. Employees of the bargaining unit who are on Schedule A-1 at the time of ratification will continue to be paid in accordance with Schedule A-1 until they are the successful applicant to a position at a higher Administrative Salary Level (Grade) or they (or the Association on their behalf) initiate a successful reclassification to a higher Administrative Salary Level (Grade) in which case they will be placed on Schedule A-2 and subsequently follow article 25-2 (Position Evaluation - Treatment of Incumbents).
• Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, abilities and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the position.
• The successful applicant may be required to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City Transportation Policy.
• The successful applicant will be required to provide a Notice of Driver’s Licence In Force document upon request.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training required for this position as directed.
  
  

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.