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DIRECTOR, CAPITAL PLANNING & PROJECTS

Northern Health - BC

Prince George

On-site

CAD 116,000 - 146,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A regional health authority in Prince George is seeking a Director of Development Services & Projects to oversee major capital projects. This role requires significant management experience and expertise in construction and planning. You will ensure safety compliance, manage contractors, and support the planning process. The position offers a salary range of CAD 116,591 to CAD 145,739, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages
Four weeks of vacation
Financial support for moving expenses
Employer-paid training and development

Qualifications

  • Significant management and leadership experience required.
  • Expertise in planning and execution of major capital projects.
  • Familiarity with construction codes and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee planning and construction of capital projects.
  • Ensure legislative compliance related to safety and construction.
  • Manage contracts and coordinate with contractors and professionals.

Skills

Management experience
Leadership skills
Project planning
Budgeting

Education

Relevant degree or certification

Job description

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, Development Services & Projects is responsible for the planning, construction and evaluation of all major capital projects within the incumbent’s portfolio. This position provides expertise and advice as well as supporting the Senior Operating Officers’ by undertaking long range major capital needs requirements planning, providing advice on design and construction to ensure the best fit of functionality and cost effectiveness, and undertaking detailed cost projections and business case development. This position ensures legislative compliance related to worker and public safety, building and construction codes, municipal and regional by-laws, and environmental impact assessments. The incumbent is the site authority on construction matters and oversees construction project development for all sites including managing the contractors to ensure work and materials quality and contract specifications are met. This position works directly with architects and engineers to ensure quality and functionality in facilities planning. The Director, Development Services & Projects manages the contracts and provides oversight to those professionals and contractors hired to plan and deliver specific projects. The position is responsible for convening and supporting Project Building Committee’s, User Group Meetings, or other project related committees as required.

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

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

  • Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying 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” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important Note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

  • Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
  • Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples May Include

  • Program certificates or diplomas
  • High school/college/university transcripts etc.
  • It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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