Project Manager
Job No:
AQAM202321
Location:
Cranbrook, BC
About ʔaq̓am.
ʔaq̓am is a member Community of the Ktunaxa Nation (pronounced ‘k-too-nah-ha’). ʔaq̓am Organization exists for the Community. Externally, we are here to serve the Community, and internally, we are our own Community, comprised of different departments unified by our Vision, Mission, and Values. As a team, through our own roles and departments, the ʔaq̓am Organization works together to achieve our strategic plan – “ka kniⱡwityaⱡa ~ Our Thinking”, and continue to progress and move our Community forward.
ʔaq̓am is located in the beautiful, sunny centre of Ktunaxa Traditional Territory in the southeast corner of British Columbia. If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air, and the sun, this is the place for you. We are here to work towards achieving ʔaq̓am’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).” Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long-term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in the camaraderie, build strong relationships and enjoy lifelong learning!
About the Opportunity-Project manager East Kootenay Region **2 Year Term Contract Position**
The Project Manager is a collaborative role, working with the communities of Tobacco Plains Indian Band, Shuswap Indian Band, ʔaq̓am and ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation under the Ktunaxa Shuswap Asset Management Initiative. The position is a great opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to work with First Nations communities and BC Housing Branches to support housing management needs in the East Kootenay Region. Reporting day-to-day to the ʔaq̓am Administration, while working under the strategic direction of a Steering Committee comprised of representatives from participating First Nations, you’ll provide training and oversight in the areas of asset management, capital planning, energy management, maintenance, and project management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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As part of your varied responsibilities as Project Manager, you’ll be called upon to:
- Prepare and provide training support to BC Housing in delivering housing management training to First Nations communities and community housing managers
- Develop and evaluate asset management programs for communities, provide oversight and assist with day-to-day asset management activities
- Develop, and assist with, energy performance standards and targets, energy efficiency audits and implementation of efficiency measures that maximize cost-effective building systems
- Manage identified maintenance scheduling and operations that address safety and comfort, and assist with maintenance requirements and repairs
- Perform, and assist with, rental unit assessments and input of data into Asset Planner or other programs
- Support appropriate leasing, rent collection and eviction activities
- Track performance and provide quarterly updates to the Steering Committee on activities, updates and progress
- Work with community partners on initiatives to promote positive resident and community relations
- Assist and advise in the preparation of annual budgets and oversee adherence to the budget throughout the year
- Serve as a mentor and resource to community housing managers
- The Candidate will ideally have a home office and the job requires travel between the four communities. Office space is also provided at ʔaq̓am.
More About You
As the qualified professional we seek for the role of Project Manager, you’ll have relevant post-secondary education and/or a Trade Ticket (Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician) in a field related to building technology, engineering, construction management, or project management, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. These credentials are complemented by the following experience, knowledge and skills:
- 2-4 years of experience working within the field of asset management or community asset development
- Experience in managing budgets and capital needs assessments
- Experience with the Asset Planner system and the construction field, an asset
- Sound knowledge of
- asset management strategies
- capital planning processes
- property management practices
- building structures and systems
- Indigenous housing management programs
- Indigenous communities within the Basin
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, organizational and planning skills
- Ability to build collaborative working relationships and work effectively in a variety of team settings and independently
- Ability to provide technical leadership, direction and mentorship to other individuals
- Ability to create and present educational materials
- A valid BC driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, as needed, and travel up to 50% of the time; the majority of travel will be day trips in the East Kootenay Region, with occasional overnight travel to Vancouver
- Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply, the position is an opportunity to build local capacity for the right candidate who may require some additional training or capacity development.
- The successful candidate must pass a criminal record check.
Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications range will be $64,693- $101,243
Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry and ʔaq̓am encourages applicants to self-identify within your application.
Thank you to all those that apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
