Project Manager

Purpose:

The Project Coordinator/Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering a variety of construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects for the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke. Working under the direction of the Director of Asset Management, the incumbent manages projects from planning through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and close-out while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with MCK standards and community priorities.

Typical projects include office renovations, building upgrades, accessibility improvements, mechanical and electrical replacements, interior fit-ups, facility maintenance projects, and other capital work generally valued up to $5 million.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Lead asset project planning and execution

• Coordinate multiple construction and renovation projects simultaneously.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and implementation plans.
• Coordinate consultants including architects, engineers, and specialty professionals.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues.
• Manage project risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Coordinate project commissioning and close-out activities
• Coordinate all phases of construction from design through occupancy.
• Participate in site meetings and construction progress reviews.
• Review shop drawings, change orders, schedules, and contractor progress.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, permits, and occupancy requirements.
• Ensure contractors comply with project specifications and safety requirements.
• Coordinate project deficiencies and warranty work.
• Leads and manages specific initiatives such as the coordination of the Extended Asset Condition Reporting System and implementation of the Asset Management master plan.
• Identifies asset management project needs within Kahnawà:ke.
• Manages asset management projects and programs and ensures that the goals and objectives are being actively pursued and met.
• Dedicates full-time efforts to proactive planning and implementation of asset projects.
• Maintains organized and up-to-date project documentation.
• Acts as a key project lead, reducing the operational workload of the Director by ensuring timely and efficient project execution.

Strengthen operational processes and service quality

• Ensures continuous improvement in service quality and effectiveness of asset management practices.
• Coordinates and consults with other internal units, such as the Environment, to ensure alignment and integration of efforts.
• Manages contracts and maintains strong relationships with external service providers to ensure quality and timely project delivery.
• Liaise with user departments to identify project requirements.
• Coordinate with Public Works, Environment, Finance, Procurement, and external agencies.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders.
• Prepare regular project status reports for senior management

Optimize asset performance and budget management

• Enhances predictability and accuracy of budgets by reducing unplanned tasks through increased planning.
• Promotes preventative maintenance strategies to reduce long-term costs and increase asset lifespan.
• Supports improvement of return on assets (ROA) through better utilization, planning, and reduced inefficiencies.

Education & Experience:

• University degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Building or Construction Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in asset or infrastructure and/or project management, preferably within a municipal or community setting.

OR

• High School Diploma, plus five to seven (5-7) years relevant experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is an asset
• IFMA certification is an asset.
• Lean Six Sigma certificate is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke’s  policies, procedures, and office operations is an asset.
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycles, preventive maintenance, and capital project execution.
• Well-rounded understanding of facilities operations-built environment design, and infrastructure planning.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with and manage multiple stakeholders, service providers, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project planning, budgeting, and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound knowledge of MS office systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS project) and willingness to learn new programs.
• Must possess the following skills: facilitation, interpersonal, leadership, time management, technical writing and negotiation skills.
• Ability to take initiative and follow through.
• Knowledge and experience using asset management software (e.g., GIS, asset tracking tools) is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of asset management policies and regulations is an asset.
• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and courtesy when interacting with internal and external clients, fostering positive and respectful working relationships.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adhere to the MCK Policies and Kanien’kéha Language initiatives.
• Ability to communicate in the Kanien’kéha and French languages is an asset.
• The willingness to learn the Kanien’kéha language.

Working Environment:

• Five-day work week is performed in an office environment.
• Moderate stress due to workload.
• Occasional overtime.
• Maintains a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of Executive Management.

Requirements:

Please address your application to MCK Human Resources. Forward your complete application via e-mail only to:   Applications@mck.ca

• Ensure complete applications are submitted, including Letter of Intent and Resume. Incomplete applications may not be considered. 
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.
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ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE DEADLINE FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED