Director, Capital Planning & Projects

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Director for Capital Planning & Projects. This role involves managing large healthcare development projects to ensure their successful completion while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence within a progressive organization. The position offers comprehensive benefits and is situated in Prince George, a vibrant hub for businesses and culture in British Columbia.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive project management experience.
• Experience on large, complex healthcare projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, management, and implementation of capital development projects.
• Ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet required outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Post-graduate degree in Business Management or Architecture/Building/Engineering

LEED Accredited Professional certification

LEAN training

Job description

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a Director with significant management and leadership experience to join our Capital Planning & Support Services department.

The Director, Capital Planning & Projects is responsible for the planning, management, and implementation of capital development projects. The role involves ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the required outcomes. The incumbent leads projects from procurement to completion, engages with executive sponsors, develops project plans, and communicates progress with key stakeholders.

Starting salary will be approximately from $116,591 to $145,739, based on education, training, experience, and comparable positions.

Prince George

Prince George is the hub of business, education, health, and culture for northern British Columbia, serving a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies offer outstanding opportunities for investors, employers, and employees. The city boasts affordable housing, land prices, and transportation costs, resulting in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. With a population of approximately 82,300 residents and serving nearly 320,000, Prince George is the 4th largest city in BC, situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. It is home to the University of Northern British Columbia, Canada's Green University. The warm, friendly, and diverse community reflects a strong and dynamic spirit. For more information, visit Prince George's community offerings.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for full-time and part-time employees. Casuals can opt to pay for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application, upload the following documents:

• Registration number (if part of a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as certificates, diplomas, transcripts.
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume.

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying, review the steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in Business Management or Architecture/Building/Engineering, with a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive project management experience on large, complex healthcare projects.
• LEED Accredited Professional certification preferred.
• LEAN training and experience considered an asset.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of facilities management, development, and project management within publicly funded healthcare.
• Knowledge of healthcare standards, government procedures, and regulations.
• Advanced project management skills, including planning and coordinating projects from design to completion.
• Leadership skills to guide staff and contractors.
• Ability to build relationships, foster trust, and promote teamwork.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and project management software.
• Extensive knowledge of healthcare construction standards, contracts, codes, and bylaws.
• Conflict resolution and consensus-building skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex issues creatively.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, providing health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We serve a population of 300,000 with over 7,000 staff, delivering hospital and community-based healthcare. Our career opportunities span hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and other specialized services.