Project Manager - Glenpatrick

101 Ranchehouse Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C, Canada Req #443

February 3, 2025

Cochrane is located in the breathtaking Bow Valley corridor in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southern Alberta. With a population of over 37,000 people, and growing steadily every year, Cochrane is a thriving town, surrounded by world-famous ranch country. Our western heritage is reflected in the Town’s architecture and our friendly people. The Town of Cochrane welcomes innovative and skilled individuals to join our team of over 250 employees.

The Glenpatrick Drive Infrastructure Replacement project is a significant initiative requiring visionary leadership. We seek an experienced Project Manager to oversee this project, ensuring seamless execution within budget and on schedule. The role requires managing contractors, providing regular updates to the Executive Leadership Team, and fostering strong relationships to ensure success. You will ensure accountability from contractors and communicate effectively with residents and community associations to achieve the project's success and gain valuable community support.

This is a term position until November 2026, with potential for extension or permanency. Additional opportunities may arise to provide project management guidance on other capital projects during the term.

Join Cochrane’s Transformative Journey: Cochrane is a thriving, dynamic community that’s growing rapidly. We're committed to investing in our people, fostering a culture of critical thinking, curiosity, openness, reflection, and innovation. We're not your average municipality—we're on an exciting journey of transformation, and we support experimentation as part of our growth process. We strive for continuous improvement and are dedicated to serving the residents of Cochrane with accountability. As we expand to nearly 300 professionals, we are seeking an experienced project manager who is looking to make a significant positive impact in our community and experience the excitement of being part of Team Cochrane.

Why You'll Love Working Here:
• Impact & Influence: Help shape a growing, innovative municipality.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental plans.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Experience a municipality focused on transparency, critical thinking, curiosity, and innovation.
• Team Spirit: Collaborate with talented professionals dedicated to making a difference.

Your Impactful Role:
• Lead the Charge: Spearhead the Glenpatrick Drive Infrastructure Replacement project, connecting with contractors and engineers to bring the vision to life.
• Be the Backbone: Provide leadership and project management to ensure budget adherence and timely updates to the Executive Leadership Team and Council.
• Keep the Community Flowing: Minimize disruptions to local services and coordinate public safety notifications with the Communications department.
• Set the Standards: Review construction contracts and design processes for clear and complete requirements.
• Innovate and Improve: Make professional recommendations on project processes and issue management.
• Synchronize Efforts: Collaborate with Town and contracted engineering services to stage and phase project steps effectively.
• Amplify Communications: Coordinate project-related communications through both internal and external channels.
• Perfect Proposals: Prepare crucial tender documents, including Requests for Proposal and Requests for Qualifications.
• Update and Upgrade: Ensure maps and drawings are accurate with the Information Systems section.
• Build Bridges: Manage relationships and communications with staff, contractors, consultants, developers, government agencies, and the public to ensure compliance with design and construction standards.
• Champion Policies: Implement policies and legislative requirements per the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and other applicable legislation, aligning with Council priorities.
• Guide the Future: Provide project management guidance on other capital projects as needed.

What We’re Looking For:
• P.Eng, Civil Engineer is preferred.
• Engineering degree or diploma, Civil Engineering Technology (CET) designation.
• Minimum 7 years of civil project management experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred.
• Knowledge of municipal infrastructure, engineering design, and construction techniques.
• Experience with alternative project delivery models including Design Build, Design Assist, and Construction Management processes.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Collaborative, innovative project management experience.
• Career progression in Capital Projects or Engineering services.
• Ability to convey technical information to all levels and resolve conflicts calmly.
• Relationship building skills to establish credibility and trust.

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?
To apply, submit both your resume and a cover letter (we want to know why you want to work with us) that details how your experience aligns with the qualifications and skills we’re seeking. You’ll also be asked to complete an online suitability survey.

Be part of this exciting time at Cochrane and help shape the future of our community. Apply now!

Salary $127,207 + health benefits and pension.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.

Land Acknowledgement: In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.