Project Manager, Transaction and Construction

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Project Manager, Transaction & Construction

Location: WRHN

WRHN is undertaking a significant human resource recruitment initiative for its Hospital Redevelopment project. This recruitment will include positions in two key focus areas: Planning & Design, and Transaction & Construction, including the following positions: Project Director, Transaction & Construction; Senior Project Manager, Transaction & Construction (2 openings); Project Manager, Transaction & Construction; Senior Project Manager, Planning & Design (2 openings); and Project Manager, Planning & Design.

We encourage interested and qualified candidates to carefully review the respective job descriptions and apply for the position that best align with their skills, qualifications, and experience.

Additional Hospital Redevelopment project opportunities are also available in ICAT, FF&E, and Communications, and are also posted.

H ome to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.

WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.

At WRHN, every patient is at the center of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is implementing a multi-year Facilities Redevelopment Master Plan to facilitate building a regional system of care that will meet the growing needs of the local community, expected to grow to 1 Million by 2050, and provide care closer to home for decades to come.

Led by the Vice President, Redevelopment, the Redevelopment Team works collaboratively across WRHN to plan, design, and implement all components of the Multi-Year Facilities Redevelopment Master Plan. The plan includes:

• a new, state-of-the-art hospital site in Waterloo (WRHN @ The University);
• renovating and expanding the existing WRHN @ Midtown Site as an ambulatory and urgent care centre;
• expanding WRHN @ Chicopee in Kitchener for modernized and expanded rehabilitation capacity and;
• maintaining WHRN @ Queen’s Blvd. to continue to deliver excellent care and service to our communities until approximately 2035.

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

Position Summary :

As a team member of the of the Waterloo Regional Health Network (WHRN) Redevelopment Office and an integral part of the overall Project Team and under the direction of the Project Director, Transaction & Construction, the Project Manager, Transaction & Construction will provide management for the WRHN Capital Redevelopment Project, and additional capital redevelopment initiatives within the Waterloo Regional Health Network portfolio of facilities.

The Project Manager, Transaction & Construction will bring an understanding of the development of transactional and construction contract documents, procurement, and construction management to the position. An understanding of clinical planning, programming, planning and design, and site planning of healthcare projects delivered using a Public-Private-Partnership (P3) framework, and, in particular, the DBFM model is considered an asset.

The Project Manager, Transaction & Construction should have knowledge of the policies, procedures, and processes of the Ministry of Health and Infrastructure Ontario; and exhibit experience in project management, as well as experience working with project teams.

General Responsibilities:

• · be a member of the team responsible for the implementation of the project’s development, provide input, review, coordination and integration of the planning, design and transactional documentation into the project works, including, but not limited to, working with Consultants to develop project specific output specifications (PSOS), including facilities management output specifications (FMOS) and FFE project integration requirements;
• · Support in the development of project RFQs, the Project Agreements (PA), and RFPs for the project and provide support to the Senior Project Manager in the execution of Enabling Works and project specific utility organizations;
• · Attend, as required, all project related meetings with the planning, design & compliance (PDC) team, Project Company (PCo), hospital user groups, project partners and various authorities having jurisdiction;
• · Monitor the compliance of all documentation developed in the execution of Stage 2 Proposal Contract documents (PSOS development), Stage 3 (Procurement), and late Stage 3 (Implementation/Construction) and (Occupancy – Project Settlement) phases; ensuring that the project’s execution is being undertaken in accordance with transaction documentation;
• · Work with Senior Project Managers and Project Director to identify project related risk throughout the implementation of the project;
• · Assist in the development of facility decommissioning requirements as a result of facility consolidations to the new University site;
• · Provide open communication and support effective collaboration with the project team to ensure cohesive approach to a successful project delivery;
• · Assists Senior Project Manager(s), Planning & Design to resolve project implementation issues that are not in accordance with planning and design requirements, identify and document issues and facilitate resolution with Redevelopment Team, Planning, Design & Compliance (PDC) team, PCo, and Infrastructure Ontario;
• · Assist Redevelopment Team Project Coordinators as required to address project related scope, schedule and budget requirements and project implementation.

Technical Requirements

• · Works with project team to support the development of project technical requirements with internal project staff, consultants, and hospital user groups;
• · In addition to the Senior Project Manager(s), Transaction & Construction; work closely with the Project Manager(s), Planning & Design; to support related project development interface requirements.

• • Provide input into the development of project plans, scheduling of works, and implementation schedules;
  • Work with internal project resources in procurement, quality, bio-medical, information communication technology, facilities, and engineering to undertake project requirements.

• Planning, Design & Project Management

• · Assist the Senior Project Manager, Transaction & Construction in the scope development and documentation associated with other related projects in support of the main redevelopment project including the coordination of site works, utility services, project planning, issuance of tender works, evaluations, and construction management throughout the project;
• Working closely with Senior Project Managers, the Project Director(s), to manage identified project risks, including identifying, assessing, monitoring and tracking technical risks and participating in the resolution of issues, particularly as they relate to the overall project success, including construction;
• Collaborate, when required, with external stakeholders and partners, including the City of Waterloo, Region of Waterloo, University of Waterloo, and Ministries (Transportation, Environment), 3rd Paty Utility providers to execute the works;
• Work with Waterloo community partners (Municipality, Region, Utilities) and their consultants to facilitate the implementation of the off-Site Infrastructure and Enabling Project works;
• Work with the project team to integrate all aspects of the project into the technical documents, including FF&E, ICAT, and Sustainability (LEED/Energy) initiatives;
  
  Procurement & Construction
• Working with the Senior Project Manager and Redevelopment Team, support efforts with the PDC team during the hospital’s engagement during Open Period in regard to the technical submissions; during the Closed Period in regards to the technical submissions and evaluation; and be an active participant in the RFP review process;
• In collaboration with redevelopment project team review documents, drawings and submissions for integration of construction related processes for ICT, FFE; LEED and WELL Building initiatives;
• During Stage 3 (Implementation/Construction) undertake the review and document the adherence/deficiencies associated with the project’s development to ensure the review and resolution of ongoing construction related issues, all in accordance with agreed upon project documentation (PSOS, PA, other);
• Assist in the coordination of Project Closeout

• Position Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering where project management forms part of curriculum
• 3 - 5+ years in related field
• Accredited Member with the applicable Professional Association is considered an asset
• Project management experience as part of a healthcare capital planning project team, including experience working in a Design Build Finance Maintain DBFM) project is considered an asset
• Project planning, development, and implementation skills
• Proven experience in working effectively within diverse teams of project consultants, specialists and user groups
• Able to work in a fast paced, results and schedule driven team environment · PMP designation is an asset
• Knowledge of Broader Public Sector Guidelines and best practices for construction procurement processes is an asset
• Experience with creation of procurement documents (RFT, RFQ, RFP, RFSQ) is an asset · Detailed understanding of construction methods and processes
• Solid understanding of building systems & infrastructure
• Experience with municipal and regional permit applications processes
• Knowledge and understanding of Ontario Building Code, CSA Standards, and other applicable standards
• Sustainable Design/LEED experience
• Commissioning and Decommissioning experience
• Understanding of LHIN and MoH capital project processes
• Understanding of 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 always maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and concurrent project activities, meet deadlines and manage change is essential
• Well versed with Revit, AutoCAD, MS Project, SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in a clinical hospital setting is an asset

• Application Instructions:

• EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

• As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

• Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

• Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

• International Applicants

• If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

• We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.