Manager, In House Maintenance Projects (Perm)

No. : SCH II-24-0190NE

POSTED : October 2, 2024

DEADLINE : 4 : 30 p.m. October 23, 2024

Manager, In House Maintenance Projects

1 Permanent Position

Facility Services

Schedule II, Level 9

Non-Union 12 Months)

$116,168 - $139,385

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment, and promotion practices.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Design and Renewal, the Manager, In House Maintenance Projects will :

• Direct and supervise the work of In-House leadership team and unionized trades for the delivery of assigned projects relating to the Board’s maintenance and renewal programs;
• Manage all in-house maintenance projects to ensure projects are completed within timelines and budgets;
• Receive, and together with the Senior Manager, distributes projects to be implemented by In House staff to Project Supervisors, Assistant Project Supervisors.

Summary of Duties :

• Ø Manage a team comprised of In House Project Supervisors, Assistant Project Supervisors, trades staff, Operations Coordinator to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity to ensure successful delivery of In-House maintenance projects;
• Ø Responsible for the supervision of staff, including hiring, training, motivation, facilitate team building and support professional learning;
• Ø Prepare performance reviews and evaluations, set performance objectives, provide solutions and feedback to enhance performance, and determine disciplinary action where appropriate;
• Ø Oversee, analyse and monitor account assignment and budget utilization on the Enterprise Resource Planning System (SAP) for in-house construction projects;
• Ø Administer the production of budget and cost estimates for in house projects during the development phase;
• Ø Ensure deadlines are met for cost and scheduling reporting submissions;
• Ø Produce and analyse performance reports including trends and forecasts;
• Ø Assist the Senior Manager in monitoring the business performance of the in-house unit;
• Ø Develop and maintain established construction schedules;
• Ø Schedule project delivery with project stakeholders based on operational requirements;
• Ø Monitor the approved budget and take remedial action as required;
• Ø Attend regularly scheduled meetings with management staff and direct reports;
• Ø Co -ordinate work with other Facility Services units such as Design & Renewal, Operations and Maintenance, and TDSB departments (e.g. Purchasing);

Ø Promote safe work practices to ensure health and safety of staff and students, in compliance with applicable legislation (e.

• g., Occupational Health and Safety Act and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act);
• Ø Investigate and provide opportunities for modified work and follow up on the implementation of WSIB procedures;

Ø Provide leadership in fostering equity and inclusiveness in the development and implementation of programs and services; and

Ø Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Ø University degree in Engineering or Architecture with six years of progressively responsible related construction experience for a large, multi-site, unionized employer, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Ø Registered member with the Ontario Association of Architects or Professional Engineers Ontario of Ontario;
• Ø Experience working with all disciplines (architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural and cost consultants);
• Ø Experience in project management methodologies, schedule control and cost control;
• Ø Ability to assess cost estimates by in-house trades;
• Ø Thorough understanding of building components and construction;
• Ø Knowledge of relevant government regulations (e.g., Ontario Building Code, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Relations Act);
• Ø Proven ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with staff, clients and internal / external organizations and effective interpersonal skills;
• Ø Successful supervisory experience including leadership, mentoring and team building skills;
• Ø Conflict resolution and mediation skills;
• Ø Knowledge and understanding of related Board policies, procedures and relevant Collective Agreement provisions;
• Ø Successful experience monitoring large budgets and ability to ensure construction planning meets approved budgets and deadlines;
• Ø Experience undertaking cost estimates for documentation provided by consultants prior to tendering;
• Ø Ability to interact with contractors to provide construction clarification as required;

Ø Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity; and

Ø Computer skills including spreadsheets, databases, word processing, presentation packages, computerized maintenance management system, SAP Project Systems, SAP Plant Maintenance, GIS systems and email.

Assets :

Project Management Certification

Special Requirements :

Provision of own vehicle for Board Business.

Requires travel to TDSB sites on a regular basis.

Required to wear safety shoes and hard hats when visiting construction sites.

Work Year : 12 Months

Location : 15 Oakburn Crescent (Hybrid Work Eligible)

Please note :

Applications must be submitted using the link below by October 23, 2024 :

https : / / tdsb-jobs.sabacloud.com / Saba / Web spf / CA1PRD0033 / jobs-jobs / career / jobdetail / jobrq000000000004463

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.

The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve.

We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB.

We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

The TDSB follows a hybrid work structure where some employees may be able to work remotely at times, based on operational requirements.

Please refer to Policy P103 , Flexible Working Arrangements for more information.