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Reporting to the Supply Chain Project Engineering Manager, Supply Chain Project Engineers play a critical role in both the growth and sustainment of supply chain distribution projects. They are responsible for overseeing technical requirements and supporting projects with ATOS/MHE procurement and execution, ensuring successful program/project delivery.
Reporting to the Supply Projects Engineering Manager, this position will be an integral part of the engineering team to ensure continuous improvements within our operation. Included in this mandate is the analysis and completion of capital projects for the improvement of product flow throughout DC Operations in Supply Chain. This position will also be an integral part of the strategic change initiatives.

As a member of Supply Chain Projects team you will participate in a demanding, fast paced operations environment ensuring reliable facility operations in CTR's Supply Chain distribution network.

• Develop business cases, requirements, and cost benefit analysis for capital project

• Oversee projects ensuring they are managed effectively (scope, quality, time, budget) and efficiently using accepted project management methodologies

• Identify, develop and lead/manage projects that support efficient, productive, cost saving process improvements

• Formally present strategies, concepts, updates, findings to all levels of internal and external resources/customers

• Responsible for all capital investment requests including charter, cost benefit analysis and document preparation

• Experience with PLC Programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix PLC, RSLogix 5000, PanelView, Ethernet/IP, VFDs, MCCs, and control systems

• Demonstrated competency in Project Management methodologies.

• Experience with Supply Chain or Distribution Centre operations and processes

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

• Experience with Material Handling Equipment systems such as ASRS, Conveyors, AGVs, Automatic Sorters, etc.

• Experience with Robotics will be an asset.

• Experience with substation, back-up generators, fire alarm system, HVAC, energy savings and lighting systems.

• Understanding of Building code, Canadian Electrical Code is required.

• Highly organized with the ability to simultaneously deal with multiple projects, prioritizing work within tight time frames.

• Ensure effective planning, scheduling, communication, documentation, training is implemented for all process changes

• Manage and enforce process adoption, validate post project savings; Create and maintain project schedules and other project deliverables and provide weekly project updates

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings, reports and schedules

• Interface with the Operation's group on current methods and document changes as required

• Create and develop new process for new and existing equipment

• Assist in streamlining flow of product and material handling process throughout Supply Chain

• Assist maintenance in solutions to equipment problems and make recommendations

• Works closely with internal Canadian Tire Supply Chain Operation Crew Leads and Managers, Transportation Operation Crew Leads and Managers, Supply Chain Major Project Leads and Managers, Loss Prevention Lead and Manager, Maintenance Coordinators, and Maintenance Managers.

• Other duties as required.

What you bring

• Engineering degree preferably with a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering background or equivalent experience Professional Engineer (or equivalent professional experience) Project Management Professional (PMP) accreditation

• Minimum 5 years of experience in large scale industrial facility

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience.

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience with history of structured project management training (PMP, etc.)

• Demonstrated competency in Project Management methodologies

• Experience with Supply Chain or Distribution Centre operations and processes and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

• Experience with Crown/Raymond material handling equipment, HVAC, Roof replacements, paving/construction, ASRS, Conveyors, Automatic Sortation systems, etc. 

• Highly organized with the ability to simultaneously deal with multiple projects, prioritizing work within tight time frames

• Ability to interact with all levels within Supply Chain

• Strong PC skills with MS Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project

• Proficient AutoCAD user

• Highly organized with the ability to simultaneously deal with multiple projects, prioritizing work within tight time frames

• Ability to respond to operational schedules to ensure equipment MHE or physical changes being made do not impact Supply Chain operations

• Balancing the needs of both maintenance/operational requires with the need to complete the work required ensuring all stakeholders are consulted

Additional Information:

• Distribution production / office environment.

• Occasional travel outside the Province of Ontario may required.

Hybrid

We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.

1. Project Management. Responsible for management of all aspects of building construction from start to finish including renovations and accommodations planning. This includes overseeing and managing a team of professionals that delivers high quality, timely and cost effective services and solutions to operating units that may require a wide range of planning and capital construction services. Including but not limited to: client consultation; cost benefit analysis; feasibility studies; technical review; budget estimates including hard and soft cost budget estimates, a schedule. Identify all risks associated with the project and assign contingencies to manage the risks as well as understand the implications and establishment of priorities with recommendations  in the context of the City’s multi-year capital plans, the Corporate strategic plan, the funding requirements and funding limitations;  forecast, develop, and implement short and long term financial budgets related to facilities requirements; procurement assistance; implementation and post construction reviews and warranty issues. Applies technical knowledge of all legislation when advising staff and monitors the team’s portfolio of projects to minimize the risk of project schedule slippage and over budget scope creep. Monitors work assigned to team. Develop a risk management and action plan, monitors the risks, takes the appropriate action to proactively minimize the potential impact and communicate the actions taken.
2. Leadership.  Determines staff resource requirements, financial and operational plans. Manages a multi-discipline team comprising of union, non union, management staff, permanent, contract and part time. Responsible for all related labour relation issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance appraisal, professional development and discipline up to and including dismissal to ensure skilled and competent resources. Continually evaluates the operation and service plan to ensure appropriate allocation of resources and makes recommendations for improvement. Mentors and leads team on how to effectively and efficiently manage external design firms and contractors contracted to specific projects. Provides assistance with negotiating to ensure agreement on contentious issues.  Assess staff development needs.   
3. Financial accountability.   Prepares, monitors and reconciles  current budgets, and the capital project budgets as required. Ensures that projects are regularly and accurately updated on cost control financial tracker.  Ensures budget control is in place for all projects and monitors during all phases. Ensures all projects are completed on time and on budget. Oversees the preparation of all policies and procedures e.g. tender documents, council reports etc. 
4. Reporting. Develops and implements project control systems, cost evaluation methodologies, performance evaluation criteria for consultant selection in accordance with approved Corporate policies and guidelines. Prepares reports for Council and various Committees. Oversees the preparation of documents to award and amend purchase orders and contracts. Ensures status of all projects is communicated according to project methodology and City protocol. Attends meetings to present report as required e.g. Council, and various Committees. Creates and implements a communication strategy to keep stakeholders informed. Attends public meetings to make presentations and respond to queries about construction projects. Ensures closeout documents are acceptable.
5. Consultative Advisor. Oversees the preparation of specifications for new work and service contracts. Develops strategic policies and programs to meet the long-term needs of the City's capital implementation requirements. Takes a lead role in the implementation of vendors of record for the section and administer these contracts. Develops policies and guidelines for all operations pertaining to the section. Analyses and recommends acceptance of consultant and construction contracts. Provides direction to consultants of all disciplines. Negotiates and coordinates ongoing relationships. Ensures construction contracts and drawing specifications are properly executed. Works collaboratively with stakeholders, committees and various advisory groups.

• University Degree in Engineering or Architecture or Construction Management or Interior Design or an equivalent combination of education and experience in the application of the principles and practices of facility operations and construction. 
• Professional designation and membership in CIP, OAA or PEO or ARIDO, or PIP or PMI preferred

• 5 years’ experience managing professional staff, consultants, construction firms, general contractors, leading project teams, project development, state of good repair, renovation and multi-phased major building projects, preferably in the public sector. Particular training or experience in facilities planning/management codes and legislation, construction-related practices or the approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a large, multidisciplinary team of unionized, technical and professional staff both in-house and contract. 
• Extensive experience in the direct management of a facility-planning and delivery portfolio for multiple client groups. 
• Extensive working knowledge of building planning and design principles, concepts and procedures; the concepts of universal and alternative office planning principles; types and costs of office amenities; heating ventilating and air conditioning systems; building codes and fire codes; security systems, accessibility issues and other legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Lien Act, CCDC and OAA contract documents, etc. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, coach and coordinate related activities of staff and contracted professionals. 
• Proven experience with directing multiple teams for the relocation and accommodation of multiple clients. 
• Computer proficiency and experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) and software applicable to construction projects.
• Knowledge and application of project management methodology, construction techniques and materials
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with staff, political representatives, consultants, contractors and the public.
• Any of the following: Membership in the Professional Engineers of Ontario or the Ontario Association of Architects, or Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “G”, and the use of a personal vehicle for site visits.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment as required to visit job sites.