Project Manager

The CVGTA, a registered charity, is building the Westside Legacy Trail – a world-class recreational asset for the Columbia Valley which requires a full-time 18-month contract Project Manager who will report directly to the Greenways board,  and work with the volunteer fundraising & construction committees.  

Responsibilities:

  • Manage all aspects of fundraising including development of campaigns, individual meetings with high net-worth donors, web-based fundraising tactics and grant application management and preparation. The goal will be to raise the final funding to complete the 25 kilometer trail, currently estimated to be $2,000,000.
  • Manage the construction process and contractors to complete the trail in 2019 on-budget and on-time
  • Liaise with land donors, various regulatory government agencies and granting agencies, the RDEK and numerous additional stakeholders to ensure the trail is sustainable and a world class recreational amenity.
  • Source and manage staff and contractors in conjunction with the Fundraising Committee, Construction Committee and external groups as required and related to the project.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to identify key staff positions and recruit to fill those position effectively
  • Proven experience in managing multi-million dollar high visibility projects;
  • Ability to effectively supervise, coach and mentor staff/volunteers;
  • Ability to set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget;
  • Familiarity with Provincial Employment Standards, work safety and health regulations;
  • Experience with civil construction project management and scheduling, including managing the RFP/tender process;
  • Strong marketing, public relations, fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders including funders, land donors, contractors, political leaders, media and communities;
  • Ability to strategically coordinate events and fundraising activities (including large scale events such as walks/runs/races with hundreds of participants);
  • Experience reporting to a volunteer Board of Directors;
  • Must be Microsoft Office proficient – e.g. Word, Power Point, Excel, and QuickBooks, etc.;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification would be considered an asset
  • P.Eng (or equivalent) technical registration is preferred

Application Details:

  • Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, compensation expectations and resume on or before July 22, 2018 to info@greenways.ca.  In your application, be sure to include why the Columbia Valley needs the Westside Legacy Trail and why the project needs you.
  • Early applications are encouraged as full construction is underway and additional engagement and fundraising opportunities exist during the peak summer months.  
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