Senior Project Manager and Senior Discipline Engineer

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Assessment accommodation

At the time of your application, you will be required to complete an on-line questionnaire. A cover letter is not required. You will further be prompted to indicate your interest in being considered for the Senior Project Manager (Stream 1) and/or the Senior Discipline Engineer position (Stream 2).

You must clearly demonstrate with sufficient detail how you meet the essential education and experience requirements, including the asset qualifications that apply to you. It is not sufficient to state that the qualifications are met or to only provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather YOU must clearly demonstrate WHEN, WHERE and HOW you acquired each qualification by providing concrete, clear and detailed examples including the time periods in which you performed the functions. (FROM month-year TO month-year). Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered further.

Duties

The successful candidates will be members of the Energy Services Acquisition Program (ESAP) team. ESAP is a high departmental priority and seeks to modernize the District Energy System (DES) that heats and cools federal and non-federal buildings in the National Capital Area. The program aims to accelerate federal infrastructure investment and reduce the carbon footprint of federal buildings. This will be achieved by improving the overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the services being supplied, thereby making a tangible contribution to the greening of government operations.

The ESAP has three main components: The Energy Service Modernization Project (ESM), the User Building Conversion Plan (UBCP) and the National Centre of Expertise promoting deeper greening of our future modernized system.

Please see additional information on the ESAP Team and position descriptions under Other Information.

Work environment

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) manages one of the largest and most diverse portfolios of real estate in the country and is the Government of Canada’s Real Property expert. We are currently actively looking for motivated and energetic mid-level career senior engineers with a background in project management as well as in specific technical services. If you are interested in working in a professional and dynamic organization and apply your strong leadership skills to modernizing Ottawa’s infrastructure, this job is for you!

Did you know that Public Services and Procurement Canada was selected in 2019 for a third consecutive year as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers? We invite you to join an organization that is committed to ensuring an inclusive workplace and respect for all its employees.

At Public Services and Procurement Canada, we care about workplace well-being. As such, we are open to discussing alternative working arrangements such as telework, a compressed workweek, or a flexible schedule depending on the position. Join in the conversation!

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff several ESAP Senior Project Manager and Senior Discipline Engineer positions now and in the future. Currently there are several positions that will be staffed through this process. This number will increase as new positions are created. Please note that most positions are Bilingual Imperative – CBC/CBC. There may be positions also with linguistic profiles of English or French essential, and bilingual imperative BBB/BBB.

A pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates may be established to fill identical or similar positions with various tenures, linguistic profiles and security profiles within the Department of Public Services and Procurement Canada.

Positions to be filled: 7

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

ED1: Graduation with a degree (Note 1) from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in structural engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position, AND/OR

ED2: Current Certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position. You must clearly outline in your application how this specialization has been obtained.

(Note 1) A degree is defined as a baccalaureate or higher-level degree, as established by educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

STREAM 1 - SENIOR PROJECT MANAGERS

E1: Significant* and extensive** experience in managing complex *** real property projects related to planning and development or construction of buildings (construction includes buildings, infrastructure, interior fit up) or engineering assets. This includes activities from the planning to the delivery of projects in an environment of competing demands.

E2: Significant* and extensive** experience managing complex*** procurement processes and contracts for engineering or constructions projects.

STREAM 2 - SENIOR DISCIPLINE ENGINEERS - TECHNICAL SERVICES

E3: Significant* and extensive** experience providing expert advice, guidance and technical advisory services in an engineering discipline related to the analysis, design, and construction of real property projects.

E4: Significant* and extensive** experience in conducting quality assurance reviews of designs, plans and construction practices of real property projects and providing recommendations.

EXPERIENCE FOR BOTH STREAM 1 AND STREAM 2

E5: Experience in leading multi-disciplinary project teams (includes consultants or contractors).

E6: Significant* experience in preparing briefing materials and providing strategic advice and briefings to clients, stakeholders, and/or management (directors and higher levels).

E7: Experience in managing human resources (which may include supervision, assigning work, and monitoring performance) and financial resources (which may include financial planning, forecasting and reporting).

* Significant experience is defined as having a minimum of 7 years of experience.

** Extensive experience is defined as the management of several projects /components that are strategically or thematically linked; to quality on this factor, candidates must demonstrate they manage or have managed the strategic component as well as various types of projects including large projects with a high degree of technical difficulty. This may include managing federal project/program compliance and complex federal contribution agreements.

*** Complex projects must include two (2) or more of the following characteristics: at least two stakeholders parties requiring specific governance and organized communications, important heritage component, multi-disciplinary consulting team, interrelated dependencies with other projects or programs, alternative form of delivery, or approvals required from Central Authorities (such as Treasury Board or a Board of Directors or equivalent in the private sector).

Note: Depth, breadth and scope will be used when screening for all essential and asset experience qualifications. Your experience must be relevant to the position (s) you are seeking.

Real Property projects are defined as new construction or renovations (e.g. interior fit-up) for buildings, structures, improvements, and other utilities on, above, or below the surface of the land.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Please note that most positions to be staffed are bilingual imperative CBC/CBC.

Other positions to be staffed may be English or French essential, bilingual imperative BBB/BBB.

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

STREAM 1 – SENIOR PROJECT MANAGERS

K1 : Knowledge of project management principles and practices including contract management.

STREAM 2 – SENIOR DISCIPLINE ENGINEERS – TECHNICAL SERVICES

K2 : Knowledge of engineering principles and practices applicable to the various phases of design and construction projects.

COMPETENCIES

C1: Create vision and strategy
C2: Mobilize people
C3: Uphold integrity and respect
C4: Collaborate with partners and stakeholders
C5: Promote innovation and guide change
C6: Achieve results
C7: Client Service Competency – Level 2

ABILITIES

A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing

For information on the Key Leadership Competencies (Manager Level), please visit the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile.html

For information on the Client Service Competency, please visit the following website: https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/sc-cs/csc-eng.html

For information on the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, please visit the following website: https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049#app1

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

AED1: Certification - current certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.

AED2: Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI).

AED3: LEED Professional Accreditation (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification.

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE

AE1: Experience in providing technical engineering services in the construction or rehabilitation of building systems.

AE2: Experience in providing technical engineering services in the construction or rehabilitation of district energy systems.

AE3. Experience in providing functional advice on policies, guidelines or best practices related to building systems or district energy systems.

AE4: Experience in Energy Efficient Design, studies/assessment of facilities, monitoring/analysis of energy data and renewable energy project design and development.

AE5. Experience in technical quality assurance, engineering or engineering management of multi-discipline projects related to engineering assets.

AE6: Experience with one or more alternative forms of project delivery such as Construction Management or Public Private Partnerships (P3).

AE7: Experience providing engineering services on Canadian Federal Government construction projects.

ASSET KNOWLEDGE

KNOWLEDGE FOR STREAM 2 - SENIOR DISCIPLINE ENGINEERS - TECHNICAL SERVICES

AK1 : Knowledge of the application of standards, guidelines, laws and regulations regarding the various phases of design and construction projects related to at least one of the following: District Energy Systems, building heating and cooling systems, building automation, building systems integration

AK2 : Knowledge of principles of engineering applicable to at least one of the following: District Energy Systems, building heating and cooling systems, building automation, building systems integration.

KNOWLEDGE FOR BOTH STREAM 1 AND STREAM 2

AK3 : Knowledge of the application of standards, guidelines, laws and regulations regarding the various phases of design and construction projects.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

- Willing and able to travel (e.g. occasional visits to construction sites).
- Willing and able to access and work in industrial settings and/or active construction sites.
- Willing and able to work overtime on occasion on short notice including weekends.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language(s) in their application.

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You must provide proof of your education credentials. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your degrees and certificates assessed against Canadian education standards. Consult the Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at https//www.cicic.ca/. You will also be asked to provide proof of citizenship.

Depending on the number of applicants, department needs and HR plans, volume management strategies such as top-down approach and/or cut-off scores may be used for the purpose of managing candidate applications.

A variety of assessment tools may be used in the assessment of candidates such as: written examination, candidate assessment, interviews and reference checks. Note that the examples provided in your application and assessment methods may be verified through your references.

Qualifications indicated on this advertisement may be assessed and/or validated throughout the selection process effective from the time you submit your application and includes correspondence (written or oral) with HR or Management.

You must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position. Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Meeting one or many of the asset qualifications may be a deciding factor in appointing a particular candidate amongst the qualified candidates. Please note that one, some or all of the asset qualifications could be used at any stage of the staffing process.

Appointment decisions may also be based on one or more of the following criteria: matching of the individual’s experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the team; matching of the individual’s experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position; depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience; and level/degree of one or more competencies / qualifications.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - PSPC’s Real Property – ESAP Mandate and Position Descriptions

Stream 1: Senior Project Manager

The User Building Conversion Plan (UBCP) – Project Management team is responsible to replace or update internal heating and cooling systems in all the user buildings fed by the future heating and cooling plants in the National Capital Area. Each of the 80 buildings is considered a project.

The Energy Services Modernization (ESM) – Project Management team oversees the performance of the Private Partner related to design, construction, operation and maintenance activities of the energy plants and associated distribution networks and coordinate the relations between the Private Partner, PSPC and other stakeholders at the energy plant level.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day project management duties associated with either the UBCP or ESM which involves: managing project development and delivery from planning through construction and evaluation; providing strategic real property advice to clients, including cost-benefit analysis; managing resources (human and financial) in a project environment; providing contract administration and specifications from project definition through to construction and commissioning stages; conducting quality assurance and reviews; and, managing the development of project management plans, designs, risk management and contingency plans, cost estimates and specifications.

Stream 2: Senior Discipline Engineer – Technical Services

The User Building Conversion Plan (UBCP) - Technical Services involves quality assurance in the technical oversight of the UBCP activities related to design and construction of the User Building Conversion Plan. It focuses on technical guidance and advisory services related to the construction or rehabilitation of building systems conversion and conformance with program objectives.

The Energy Services Modernization (ESM) – Technical Services involves quality assurance in the technical oversight of the Private Partner activities related to design, construction, operation and maintenance of the central heating and cooling plants and associated distribution networks. It focuses on technical guidance and advisory services related to the construction or rehabilitation of district energy systems and conformance with program objectives.

The successful candidate will be part of the technical services team responsible for the District Energy System or the User Building Conversion Plan which involves: technical guidance and advisory services related to the design, construction, and modernization initiatives; quality assurance (QA) review services in the field of engineering to ensure sound technical content, compliance and conformance with Project Agreement requirements, and that consistent/established practices are being followed; management and coordination of technical review processes; coordination and development of responses to UBCP or Private Partner technical inquiries; evaluation of technical proposals, alternatives, and changes to design and construction related to District Energy Services modernization or UBCP expansion, or other requirements (included also for the UBCP team is review of deliverables to ensure sound technical content, compliance and conformance with federal acts, regulations, policies, standards and guidelines, and that consistent/established practices are being followed).

The District Energy System (DES) National Centre of Expertise – Technical Services – involves providing guidance and advisory services; conducting feasibility studies on utilization of various technologies related to District Energy Systems; managing Smart Buildings and Smart Plants initiatives; providing contract administration and developing specifications; and, review services in the field of engineering (this includes review of deliverables to ensure sound technical content, compliance and conformance with federal acts, regulations, policies, standards and guidelines, and that consistent/established practices are being followed).

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.