Parks Operations Coordinator - Park Development

Posted 3 days ago

Job Details

Full Time

Location

Surrey, BC

Job Description

Overview

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time

Scope

This is an advanced level of professional work related to the design, coordination, and execution of a broad spectrum of park development projects.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include overseeing park development projects by Contractors and City staff team, through to completion and handoff to Park Operations. This position is integral to the multi-disciplinary leadership team in Park Development Services. The successful candidate will provide input to and/or lead detailed design initiatives. Under the direction of the Manager of Park Development Services, you will develop project execution strategies and deliver on the plan as well as develop project budgets/cost estimates, tender/bidding documents and award contracts in keeping with the established City of Surrey procurement.

Other duties and skills include:

• Team oriented with an open and collaborative approach to project delivery. • Supervision of staff and contractors as well as assisting in recruitment and training. • Strong oral and written communications skills along with project management, team leadership and training skills. • A comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, standards (Surrey Park Construction Standards), guidelines and materials used in park construction work. • Superior public relations and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment and initiative while performing the duties of the position. • Strong analytical skills. • Other duties as required. Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized University or college, or technical institute with five years related experience OR graduation from a recognized vocational school complete with a trade qualification and a combination of knowledge and experience • A Valid B.C. Driver's License with a safe driving history
This position requires the use of a personal vehicle for City business.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Hourly Rate: $47.52

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check/Vulnerable Sector Check

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until May 22, 2024

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

About The City of Surrey

The City of Surrey is one of 21 municipalities in Metro Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. We are located on the Lower Mainland on the south side of the Fraser River and share a border with the United States of America. Within Metro Vancouver, Surrey is the largest city in land area, and second most populous city with a population of more than 517,000. Learn more about the city in the Surrey census data profile. Surrey is comprised of urban areas as well as significant agricultural and rural areas. The City is also one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an accessible and sustainable city where people can live, visit, work and play.