Project Manager - Fm Pro - Project Aspire

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: FM PRO - PROJECT ASPIRE
Reports to: Manager, Project Planning, Planning and Integration
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Permanent Full-time
Posted Date: September 19, 2024
Closing Date: October 3, 2024

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Position Summary

University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Project Manager in our FM PRO - PROJECT ASPIRE Department.

As an integral member of the FM PRO - PROJECT ASPIRE department and under the direction of the Senior Director, Project Planning, the PROJECT MANAGER takes a leadership role in the management, organization and orchestration of all aspects of planning for renovation projects within their portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with the FM-PRO Leadership, UHN Executive Project Sponsors and Staff to understand and plan for key capital project initiatives as prioritized by the organization.

Duties

• Leading and driving the planning phase of renovation projects including development of and sign-offs of scope, schedules and budgets
• Developing and implementing strategies to effectively manage the user group planning process
• Performing financial management activities
• Preparing and maintaining project documentation
• Preparing contracts and negotiating revisions
• Changes and additions to contractual agreements with Architects, Consultants and Clients
• Hiring and supervising the activities of Consultants
• Be a liaison between UHN Stakeholders and Consultant team for efficient and effective exchange of information
• Transitioning fully planned projects to the Redevelopment team to manage implementation and construction
• Performing quality management responsibilities
• Provide strategies for risk mitigation and resolution where appropriate
• Performing administrative responsibilities to ensure the efficient operation of the department
• Performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or requested
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

• At minimum, completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Health Administration, Architecture, Engineering, Design Technology, or recognized equivalent required
• Minimum of five (5) years related experience in either Architectural/Engineering/Project Management in a health sector or public sector context; or health care program and project management of strategic projects
• Experience with Ministry of Health (MOH) Capital Planning highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required
• Excellent problem recognition and resolution skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Excellent analytical skills required
• Ability to produce high quality reports and meet scheduling deadlines required
• Computer literacy required

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.