Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 16

Please note, there are two (2) vacancies available.

About Western

Considered Canada's most beautiful University, Western's main campus spans 400 acres of Gothic-style buildings mixed with modern LEED-certified capital structures providing an idyllic environment for our community of scholars.  The university is located in London, Canada, a safe, vibrant and welcoming community of more than 350,000 people serving as a regional medical and industrial hub for southwestern Ontario.

About Us

The Department of Facilities Development & Engineering (FDE) assumes the key accountabilities in planning, development and construction of all buildings, infrastructure and sites.

Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator (Construction Specialist) will be accountable to work closely with internal and external stakeholders on a variety of facilities construction and renovation projects, providing expertise in all areas of project execution, control and successful delivery. The Project Coordinator will manage the creation of project plans for each project, and will ensure the achievement of project outcomes within the established timelines and budgetary constraints, as well as define deliverables, metrics, identify resource requirements, manage project roles, meet training needs and provide customer satisfaction and reporting to ensure the quality of project deliverables. The Project Coordinator will also lead the tendering process for these projects including the issuance of consultant agreements, construction contracts, purchase requisitions, work orders and invoice approvals. In addition, the Project Coordinator will prepare and present updates to key groups throughout project lifecycles, and support the development and delivery of key university communications related to the project implementation.

Qualifications

Education:
-    3 year College Diploma in Engineering or Architectural Technology  
-    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering of Architecture is preferred
-    Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification would be an asset

Experience:
-    5 years of project management experience in construction or renovation, successfully managing small to medium-sized projects
-    Experience in a large, complex, institutional environment is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
-    Thorough knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, guidelines and regulations
-    Organizational and project management skills to align projects with strategic goals and operational objectives, ensure team roles are clear, milestones are communicated and deadlines are met
-    In-depth knowledge of techniques for planning, managing and coordinating projects that involve a variety of stakeholders
-    Ability to handle diverse situations, multiple and complex projects and rapidly changing priorities
-    Communication skills with the ability to converse with, write reports for, and deliver presentations to all levels of the organization
-    Professional manner, tact, diplomacy, sensitivity and discretion in dealing with various stakeholders and colleagues, including solid negotiation, facilitation and conflict resolution skills
-    Sound judgment and decision making ability with a willingness to employ a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and making decisions
-    Strong business acumen with an ability to influence, motivate and inspire with or without positional authority
-    Critical thinking and discernment to assess and scope areas for improvement and an ability to offer creative solutions.
-    Strong customer service skills to understand customer needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service directly and indirectly to meet or exceed expectations
-    Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Background Checks

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce a current police information record check(s) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.