Senior Project Manager for Educational Infrastructure
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Permanent - Bilingual
Open
Fredericton

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Who we are:
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.

The employees of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) develop programs and offer services that support parents and educators and encourage learners to achieve lasting and transferable learning that will serve them throughout their lives.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is seeking an individual to join the Educational Facilities and Pupil Transportation Branch as a Senior Project Manager in Fredericton.

What you will do:
As a member of the Educational Facilities and Pupil Transportation Branch and reporting to the Infrastructure Program Manager, the successful candidate will be a member of the team responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of strategies for the effective management of the province's school infrastructure which includes 295 schools. You will be responsible for recommending capital projects and the related consultations with Anglophone and Francophone School Districts, District Education Councils, and community groups. You will be responsible for the planning of educational facilities, the review of architectural plans and specifications, ensuring compliance with environmental and public safety laws and regulations, managing approved budgetary allotments, and following up with School Districts and the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure on other identified issues. You will also be responsible for providing leadership to issues related to the operations of school physical plants.
Who you are:
You are client-centric and passionate about delivering exceptional service. You demonstrate initiative and are adaptable, organized and solution oriented. You are self-motivated with strong teamwork skills. You enjoy multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines. You are an effective communicator and collaborator, and you have strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have:

• University degree in either engineering, architecture or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of related progressive experience in facility planning, building administration or management ofphysical plant.
• An equivalency of a post secondary diploma in either engineering, architecture or a related field, supplemented by a minimum of six (6) years of related progressive experience in facility planning, building administration or management of physical plant would be accepted. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability on your application. Please state your language capability on your application. Level 3 (advanced) is required for the position which is able to speak the language with sufficient structural accuracy and vocabulary to participate effectively in most formal and informal conversations in both professional and social contexts.

Oral Language Proficiency Scale (gnb.ca)
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of Applicable Legislation & the Department's policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Department's Administrative processes, practices & procedures.
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge.
• Planning and Organizing Skills.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Commitment to Learning
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Self-Confidence
• Concern for Order

Technical Competencies:

• Knowledge of Applicable Legislation and the Department's Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of the Department's Administrative Processes, Practices and Procedures
• Project Management

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage:
Pay Band 5: $63,700 - $88,972 annually.

Work Environment:

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton.
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.
• This position has no management/supervisor responsibilities.

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.
• 1.25 days/month of paid sick leave.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by June 16, 2024, indicating competition number 24-2000-003. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resource Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, N.B. E3B 5H1
Telephone: 1-506-259-1908

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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