Project Management Assistant - ( 230003GG )

Description

Project Management Administrator - Transportation

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

About the role:

Stantec is seeking a Project Management Administrator to work in our New Zealand team, based in our Hastings Office.

This role will ensure our projects are well managed through the project life cycle by supporting Project Managers to plan, program, coordinate and manage specific projects whilst taking on certain task management elements of individual projects as they arise. You will also support senior staff with aspects of managing our overall project portfolio.

If you are looking to work in a vibrant and inclusive team where culture and work life balance are a priority this could be the next progression in your career.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Administration.

• Support Campaign and Proposal staff with proposal material

• Support development of Project Execution Plan and Health and Safety Plans

• Implement established project control processes and procedures for project execution, including, but not limited to, project creation, management of scope, budgets, timeframes, profitability, and risk.

• Prepare and establish baseline schedule (or programmes) in conjunction with members of the project team,

• Help, monitor scope/scope creep, cost and schedule alignment throughout the Project Phases

• Assist Project Managers and project teams with monthly schedule / programme updates, financial forecasting, invoicing and progress reports; to both internal and external clients.

• Be accountable for your own quality of work by providing accurate reports, document control and monitoring within the timelines set out for the project.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, knowledge of other Project Management software (such as Project, Primavera, Oracle, SAP) would be beneficial, but not mandatory.

• A capacity to learn quickly, Stantec PM/Financial tools and processes.

• Strong self-organisational and process skills, comfortable with multiple tasks, and be outcome focussed.

• Strong interpersonal skills able to communicate with a wide range and levels of people, to elicit cooperation and apply diplomacy in tense situations.

• Sound administrative skills including attention to detail, written and oral communication.

• Be a conscientious person willing to take initiative and ownership of areas of responsibility to meet project requirements. Ability to work on several projects, by balancing priorities or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• A friendly inclusive work environment.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.

• Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning, and on-the-job learning

• Mentoring for your own development

• Professional Memberships

• Health Insurance –Income Protection Insurance– Life Insurance

• Service Recognition Awards

• Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites approximately 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

Applications close on Wednesday 6 September 2023

To discuss in more detail contact Margaret McMeel on 09 580 4502 or 027 544 2930 or apply directly online.

No Agency CVs will be accepted.

Qualifications

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Primary Location : New Zealand-Hawkes Bay-Hastings

Work Locations :

Hastings NZ

Organization : BC-3102 Transpt-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Aug 22, 2023, 8:31:19 PM

Req ID: 230003GG

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