Manager, Project Management & Delivery

Oipc Ab; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Government of Alberta, Forestry and Parks, is seeking a Manager, Project Management & Delivery to lead a team of project managers delivering a diverse and significant portfolio of capital development projects. You will provide leadership and oversight to ensure projects are safe, high quality, cost effective, and delivered within scope, schedule and budget.

Responsibilities include guiding project managers, overseeing lifecycle activities, governance, risk management, and reporting, and

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or Management (or related field) with four years of directly related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Ability to provide strategic advice and recommendations on complex project issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers delivering complex capital infrastructure projects.
• Provide oversight across the full project lifecycle from initiation to closeout.
• Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget and quality objectives.
• Provide leadership in resolving risks, issues, and scope changes.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, forecasting and change management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Risk management

Strategic advice

Leadership

Education

University degree in Engineering/Management

Tools

Construction Contract Admin Certification

Project Management Certification

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Manager, Project Management & Delivery

Job Requisition ID: 88520

Ministry: Forestry and Parks

Location: Edmonton, Calgary, Cochrane, Red Deer or other locations

Full or Part-Time: Full time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent

Scope: Open

Closing Date: November 16, 2026

Classification: Management Manager Zone 2

Salary: $3,920.66 to $5,276.07 bi-weekly ($102,329 - $137,705 /year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding career opportunities.

Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities. Alberta’s parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.

As the Manager, Project Management and Delivery, you will lead and support a team of Project Managers responsible for delivering a diverse and significant portfolio of capital development projects. You will provide leadership and oversight to ensure projects are safe, functional, high quality, cost effective, sustainable, and successfully delivered within approved scope, schedule, and budget.

You will be the team’s go-to resource for navigating complex project issues and challenges, providing direction and guidance while empowering Project Managers to effectively manage their projects and make sound decisions. You will monitor portfolio performance, identify and address emerging risks and discrepancies, and ensure appropriate reporting and accountability throughout project delivery.

Projects range in value from approximately $50,000 to more than $20 million and span a broad range of disciplines, including civil infrastructure such as water, wastewater, roads, and earthworks, as well as structural, architectural, landscape architectural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and environmental work.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers delivering complex capital infrastructure projects.
• Provide oversight across the full project lifecycle, from project initiation and design through procurement, construction, commissioning, handover and closeout.
• Ensure projects are effectively managed against approved scope, schedule, budget, quality and project objectives.
• Provide leadership and guidance in resolving complex project risks, issues, scope changes, contract challenges and competing priorities.
• Oversee financial, procurement and contract management activities, including forecasting, expenditures and change management.
• Build strong relationships with project sponsors, operational teams, technical specialists, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure appropriate project governance, documentation, risk management, communication and reporting practices are in place.
• Provide oversight of successful project completion and transition of completed infrastructure and facilities to operations.
• Mentor and coach Project Managers, build team capability and foster consistent project management practices.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with applicable government legislation, policies, standards, technical requirements and strategic priorities.

Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

Education and Experience required: University graduation in Engineering, Management or a field related to the position assignment, supplemented by FOUR years of directly related experience. Related experience or education (e.g. related diploma) may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

Additional Requirements

• A valid driver’s licence is required.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to provide clear, strategic advice and recommendations on complex project issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to identify and manage project risks, emerging issues, and competing operational and financial priorities.

Assets to the role include the following:

• Construction Contract Administrator Certification or Project Management Certification.
• Extensive project management experience with the planning, design, construction and commissioning of facilities.
• Contract management experience, and considerable experience managing interdisciplinary teams and resources, and a diverse portfolio of projects in remote / natural areas.
• Preference will be given to applicants with seven years of related experience and relevant education.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

These positions work Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM-4:30 PM, 36.25 hours a week.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.