Project Manager-Capital Projects

TO LIVE•Toronto, ON

20h•CA$87,000 - CA$95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TO Live’s Capital Projects Department has an opportunity for an enthusiastic and resourceful team-player who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on, and collaborative environment in the full-time role of Senior Manager, Theatre Projects. Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects, the Senior Manager, Theatre Projects, will manage assigned capital projects, with a focus on theatre systems, within TO Live. The ideal candidate will have a background and/or familiarity in performing arts venues, building operations and capital projects.

Requirements

Project management experience working with project teams with multiple stakeholders.
Experience in authoring tender documents.
Knowledge of theatre infrastructure as it relates to building materials, systems and state of good repair standards.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize activities, develop plans, meet deadlines and manage multiple and complex operational matters on a daily basis.
Minimum 10 collective years of experience in similar positions.
Experience in a unionized environment.
Clear evidence of good judgment, reasoning ability, problem solving skills and strategic thinking capabilities.
Results oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills that inspire trust.
Highly organized in a fast-paced environment.
Practical knowledge of employment, labour and occupational health and safety laws.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software is a strong asset.
Experience in municipal procurement policies and procedures is an asset.
Experience in working with CCDC documents is an asset.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project an asset.
PMP Certification a very strong asset.

Responsibilities

Lead or assist in the creation of capital project tender documents.
Coordinate contractors where applicable.
Lead project budget preparation, scheduling and monitoring processes.
Create and manage the development of critical paths, planning, implementation, process and work back schedules to support capital projects.
Manage all capital construction activities (e.g. renovations, inspections, contractor and architect meetings, permitting activities, project close-out and building commission activities, calendars, mandated reports, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that all phases of projects are completed within specifications and with minimal interruption to site personnel.
Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records.
Ensure projects and contractors work around day-to-day activity without interruptions to the TO Live tenants, guests or productions.
Engage and contract consultants as required.
Act as a liaison for TO Live with other City of Toronto Departments and Agencies.
Other tasks as assigned.
Ensure TO Live processes and policies are adhered to.
Ensure all Contractor Performance Evaluations are completed and issued for applicable TO Live projects to consistent standards.
Oversee the implementation of larger building systems within capital projects to ensure consistency of approach.
Assess and evaluate production infrastructure, systems, and equipment across all venues.
Develop multi-year plans and budgets for systems upkeep and replacement.
Implement systems and equipment upgrades using project management principles.
Serve as Subject Matter Expert for projects intersecting with theatre infrastructure and systems.
Maintain strong internal and external relationships to resolve technical production challenges.
Ensure consistent theatre system and equipment preparedness.