OES Capital Project Technologist – Town Facilities

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OES Capital Project Technologist – Town Facilities
The Town of Ajax Operations & Environmental Services department is comprised of four (4)
sections: Operations and Fleet Services, Environmental Services, Infrastructure and Asset
Management and Building Maintenance. The Town of Ajax is currently searching for a Capital
Project Technologist who will report to the Manager of Infrastructure and Asset Management and
will be responsible to deliver a wide range of capital projects relating to Town Facilities. In
addition to relevant project management experience, the successful candidate will be required to
inspect municipal facilities, maintain the Town’s Facility Conditions Assessment report and to
inspect multi-year capital plans.
Reporting to the Manager of Infrastructure and Asset Management, key activities include:
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Assist in the delivery of capital projects relating to Town facilities (arenas, swimming
pools, libraries, fire stations, community pavilions, Town Hall etc.). Provide direction to
consultants, review and develop contract documents and specifications (utilizing
AutoCAD when applicable), assume the responsibility for contract administration until
project close-out
Develop design concepts and detailed design drawings and specifications which meet
client department requirements
Deliver exceptional customer service to a broad range of stakeholders (department staff,
user groups, general public), developing detailed project schedules and deliverables,
recognizing the day-to-day operations and seasonal demands of each facility
Assist in the development and implementation of annual and multi-year capital plans, in
consultation with user departments, establishing priorities based on inspection reports,
user requirements, established energy performance targets, greenhouse gas reduction
strategies etc.
Coordinate the routine inspections of Town facilities and related equipment, in order to
maintain the Town’s Facility Condition Assessment, while at the same time utilizing your
knowledge of sustainable building principles to identify opportunities to enhance overall
building performance
Understand emerging technology, conduct research and develop green building
policy(ies) for new and existing Town facilities
Prepare reports and make presentations to Senior Management and Town Council
Qualifications:
 Post secondary degree or diploma in construction, architectural technology or a related
field. Member of AATO is considered an asset
 Strong working knowledge of building science, building envelope construction, electrical
and mechanical systems
 Five (5) years of relevant, progressive experience in building/facility development and
capital project management, including contract administration
 Knowledge of Ontario Building Code
 Strong computer skills relating to AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as
an understanding regarding the application and implementation of Capital Budgeting
software
 Demonstrated ability to manage the performance of consultants and contractors
 Understanding of procurement practices in a municipal government environment
 Superior customer service and organization skills are essential
 Motivated leader with strong decision making skills who has the ability to function at a high
level with minimum supervision
 Excellent interpersonal, oral and written skills
 Strong communication skills with the ability to work with user departments and convey
relevant information in a timely manner
 Valid Class ‘G’ driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract
 Valid Standard First Aid & CPR C, Standard First Aid & CPR C Instructor (preferred)
Working Conditions:
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Hours of work extend from 8:00 a.m. = 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (35 hours/week)
This position may be scheduled to work up to six (6) Saturdays each year in accordance
with the collective agreement
Must have the ability to flex hours to accommodate project requirements and attend
evening meetings, if needed
Salary Range: $33.12 - $35.30 per hour (under review)
To explore this exciting opportunity further, please forward your resume and covering letter by
October 30, 2014 to:
HR Services
Town of Ajax
65 Harwood Avenue South
Ajax ON L1S 2H9
Fax: (905) 686-8352
E-mail: resumes@ajax.ca
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
As we grow, it is important that our workforce becomes more reflective of the residents we serve
to further the diversification of ideas that make Ajax a great place to live and work. The Town
respects, encourages and celebrates our diversity. Accommodations are available for all parts of
the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance
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