Lead Project Manager-Conpreshenive Plan... Environmental and Government Relations (1-3 year contract) Salary up to 165,000++ paid vacation This is a HYBRID role (working approx. 3 days per week in the office). The office is DT Toronto and it is a 5 minute walk from Union Station. The successful candidate can be an independent contractor or be payrolled via the organization. The OPPORTUNITY: Our client is an organization that has a long, stable history in Toronto and it is both environmentally and socially responsible. They are seeking a Lead Project Manager (Environmental and Government Relations) to manage a comprehensive 3 year project. You will oversee work done by a variety of consultants/ consulting teams, overseeing project budgets, managing communication between internal and external stakeholders as well as evaluating proposals for supporting work. If you are an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, then we want to hear from you! Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the evaluation of proposals for supporting work and ensure compliance with Procurement. Track overall project schedule, produce monthly project reports, prepare Board memos as needed, and track budget summaries. Oversee the work of multiple planning consulting teams and ensure the project is completed on time and within allocated budget. Work collaboratively with consulting firms to oversee multiple internal and external stakeholders and ensure engagement with multiple levels of government. Administer all consultants contracts for work associated with the project. Work closely with other project leads on the overall strategy and coordination between the project plan. Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team and employees through all stages of the project, including securing their input, comments and direction to ensure successful delivery of the project. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders during all phases of the project to ensure their requirements and input are incorporated into the Comprehensive Project Plan. Manage performance of consultants and contractors in the delivery of project scope elements. Develop and maintain schedules and monthly cash flow for the project. Prepare and provide project status updates to Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors, as needed. Chair project meetings and follow-up with outstanding tasks. Arrange public consultation meetings with consultants and the communications team. Qualifications: College or University degree in Environmental Management/Planning/Engineering field is a definite asset. Minimum ten years of experience in managing large scale Comprehensive projects. Experience working with government and/government agencies on delivering projects. Experience working on Environmental Assessments at the Federal/Provincial/Municipal level of government or private sector, would be an asset. Proven track record of successfully managing environmental planning projects in the past 10+ years, on time/on budget. Proven experience and understanding of project delivery principles. Superior interpersonal skills, able to interact with all levels in a professional manner, able to build relationships. Excellent communication skills both oral and written. Highly organized, possessing a solid ability to plan and follow up. Possesses sound judgment and the ability to effectively solve problems and/or escalate accordingly. Resourceful self-starter, able to work independently and within a team environment. Able to handle a variety of projects and manage multiple demands and deadlines. Able to multi-task and adapt easily to change. Proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook,Microsoft Project and Auto CADD.
Job Title
Project Manager