It Construction Coordinator, Information Technologies

Position Overview
Information Technologies invites applications for a IT Construction Coordinator. This Full-time Limited Term (Project) position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. This position reports to the Service Lead - Enterprise Communications and Data Centre.
Position Description
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Lead in the creation and assembly of all documentation which complies with current IT service offering standards
• Coordinate the delivery of all system designs in a timely manner and ensure that they are aligned with the IT architectural standards and roadmaps
• Interface and communicate with the Facilities Project Management Office Project Managers as well as IT Technical Services in relation to Facilities driven projects
• Oversee the schematic and detailed designs, and ensure that all construction related specifications are in line with IT standards and specifications
• Oversee on site installation work, and ensure that all internal/external resources follow with University of Calgary standards, as it relates to both the technical and safety guidelines
• Ensure the effective planning, preparation, execution and monitoring of IT schedules and costs to align with construction schedules and budgets within established parameters
• Responsible for ensuring that all technical design and contracts with 3rd parties are documented and submitted for review with various parties
• Coordinate the delivery of IT deliverables in accordance with project schedules
• Ensure all team members have appropriate escalation paths in place and provide additional escalation support where required.
• Provide timely status updates, and relay any risks to the Project Manager

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Coordination of individuals
• An Undergraduate Degree or a combination of relevant project management/coordination certifications and work experience
• Interface and communicate with the Facilities Project Management Office as well as IT Technical Services in relation to Facilities driven projects
• High energy, confident individual that communicates with passion and authority
• Direct the creation and assembly of all documentation which complies with current IT service offering standards
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, in both oral and written form
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff is essential
• It is imperative that the incumbent for this role has a strong sense of ownership, is a strong team player, and can balance technical capabilities with business needs
• Assist Project Managers and stakeholders with identifying project technology decisions and recommendations
• Understanding of Service functions inside of Project Management
• Ensure the effective planning, preparation, execution and monitoring of IT schedules to align with construction schedules and budgets within established parameters
• Experience of working on concurrent projects and effectively managing conflicting priorities
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in successfully delivering IT Projects
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in leading/coordinating IT teams

Application Deadline: August 15, 2023
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
Additional Information
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit
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