If so, we want to hear from you!
A Little About Us
At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction management, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, land use planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. Just the right size, ISL delivers on complex projects while being small enough to maintain strong, cohesive project teams and personal client attention and service.
ISL’s IPD Team nurtures and builds relationships in a customer service orientated environment. This team fosters true collaboration and innovation. The team is proud to have applied the IPD contract type to several projects that are now recognized globally.
- We offer a variety of exciting work projects and experiences via ISL’s Western Canadian presence.
- Our environment is engaging – we enjoy a challenge and pride ourselves on delivering quality service to our clients on each of our projects.
- We are supportive – through mentorship, education, training investment, and collaboration, we foster an environment of professional growth and diverse skills. We offer excellent benefits, social engagement opportunities, sustainability practices, and a commitment to DEI initiatives.
Your cover letter must demonstrate:
- Why you are interested in learning more about IPD.
- A minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in project management preferably where you were implementing Lean Design and Construction knowledge in the construction industry.
- Strong business development capabilities that enable you to acquire new IPD projects for ISL.
- Knowledge and understanding of the different contract models available and the ability to advise clients on what best meets their value proposition.
- Exceptional workshop development and facilitation skills.
- Ability to be assertive yet professional and facilitate project meetings with a variety of diverse partners with sometimes different motivations.
- A willingness to learn and unlearn.
- Having been part of an IPD project.
- Attending IPD seminars / lean courses/Prosci or other project management certifications is an asset.
- Construction and design experience.
Advancing Integrated Project Delivery both internally and externally in industry you can take pride in:
- Implementing IPD practices across the organization as needed.
- Designing, training, facilitating, and advising IPD teams on various lean tools.
- Sustaining and documenting all IPD processes, templates, training, etc.
- Continuous improvement – gathering internal and external feedback, keeping current on methodology changes, and updating ISL’s IPD practices as a result.
- Working directly with clients - educating them and establishing IPD principles and processes on their projects.
- Facilitating partner meetings, education, and IPD Workshops.
- Assisting clients in finalizing their business case, value proposition and conditions of satisfaction.
- Working directly with Lean/IPD Project Teams in all aspects of Lean/IPD Delivery including Pre-Validation, Onboarding, Validation, Target Value Design, Production/Construction, commissioning, and warranty.
- Facilitating the IPD Team through interactive workshops.
- Developing strong relationships with the client and IPD Teams to lead them to achieving more using alternate lean approaches.
- Ensuring that client expectations and satisfaction are met or exceeded on all projects.
- Creating networks with and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Supporting internal continual improvement efforts for the Lean IPD Team to further enhance project and process effectiveness.
We value you for your contributions and are committed to ensuring that your personal success is seamlessly integrated with your professional achievements. Our wellness philosophy is built on four essential pillars: physical, mental, financial, and spiritual wellbeing. This holistic approach is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, designed to provide you with the finest resources to enhance both your career and lifestyle.
Here are some of the amazing benefits we provide:
- Excellent mentorship.
- Flexible working hours.
- Hybrid model of work.
- Employer paid benefits including health, dental and extensive paramedical services.
- Healthcare Spending and Lifestyle Option Accounts.
- Group RRSP.
- Annual bonus incentives.
- Paid professional development opportunities and memberships.
- 24/7/365 Employee Family Assistance program.
At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.