Architectural Technologist II - #450626

Serving as an Architectural Technologist and supporting the Projects and Strategic Planning Section Manager, this position is responsible for coordinating, administrating and managing all project phases for new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements. The work undertaken by this position is complex requiring abilities to work independently and as a team in a professional fast paced environment. A high level of organizational and supervisory aptitude is essential for understanding the complex structure and personal interaction within a large policing organization. The key responsibilities of this position include:

• Stakeholder identification and management.
• Define project objectives, requirements, and scope in consultation with stakeholders to determine operational/business needs
• Develop and evaluate consultant proposals including award and contract management.
• Provide program, budget, schedules, and format for consultants in the preparation of technical drawings and specifications.
• Collect and analyses existing data for further design review.
• Review and comment on all design and construction documents
• Attend/chair pre-construction, progress and site meetings
• Technical experience and expertise to interpret contractors/consultants’ specifications/drawings
• Lead review and request clarification from design team on design issues including tracking all stakeholder, consultant and contractor issues and responses.
• Review contract documents, agreements and shop drawings for approval
• Support as required to peers and Management.
• Mentor, train and support junior and new team members
• Maintain and expand technical knowledge and expertise through technical seminars and specialized education in areas appropriate to position responsibilities.
• Conduct pre-construction site specific hazard assessments.
• Inform contractors/consultants of EPS site-specific hazards.
• Setup, maintain and carry out active, effective, and collaborative communications with COE and EPS OH&S consultants.
• Performing other related duties as required.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Two (2) year Diploma in Architectural Technology or Interior Design Technology.
• Six (6) years directly related architectural drafting, construction project management and contract specification work.
• Requires an extensive background in construction techniques, theories, principles and practices, design, engineering and business administration.
• Requires considerable knowledge of applicable standards, codes, specifications, regulations and safety requirements.
• Requires knowledge of multiple trades and standard practices.
• Thorough understanding of project management phases, tools and techniques.
• Strong and tested project management skills.
• Work requires the ability to interpret, read and design total project plans, legal contracts, specifications, technical literature, studies, reports, correspondence, design documents, complex diagrams and charts, ordinances, textbooks, reference books, manuals and memos.
• Excellent collaboration and customer service skills combined with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 drivers license required. Must have or qualify for a City of Edmonton driving permit OR must be willing to provide own vehicle and proof of business related public liability and damage issuance of $1,000,000. The Edmonton Police Service does provide mileage compensation.
• As part of your pre-hire screening you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise, as required by Human Resources Division.
  
  
  

Hours of Work:

33.75 hours per week, 0800 - 1600 hours, Monday - Friday. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work program.

Salary Range:

21M, Salary Grade: 027, $44.91 - $56.66 (Hourly), $3,033.50 - $3,824.80 (Bi-Weekly), $79,174.81 - $99,827.80 (Annually). The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

General:

• The City of Edmonton thanks applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
• Civic Service Union 52 members are asked to send a copy of their application to the union office.
  
  
  

The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan. All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces. Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca.

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