Program Manager

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service in Burnaby, BC, seeks a Band 3 Program Manager to lead major long-term programs with multiple components. He/she will guide teams, manage budgets and ensure timely delivery in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a degree in CS or business administration, plus a recognized PMP/PgMP/PfMP certification and at least five years of relevant experience, with a track record of organizational change and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Education: degree/diploma in CS or business administration and a recognized project-management certification.
• At least five years of recent, related experience with complex programs.
• Experience delivering programs with multiple components and multi-million dollar value.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of major long-term programs.
• Oversee sub-projects and multiple delivery components, ensuring quality, scope and budget.
• Guide teams through organizational change and coordinate with executives and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project oversight

Change management

Education

Degree or diploma in computer science or business administration

Project management certification (PMP, PgMP or PfMP)

Job description

BAND 3 (Under Review) - Program Manager - (125037)

Posting Title

BAND 3 (Under Review) - Program Manager

Position Classification

Band 3

Union

N/A

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$90,900.08 - $128,800.00 per annum

Close Date

8/20/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

Ministry Branch / Division

Job Summary

About the BCLDB:

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis, and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.

The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO) plays a critical role in supporting the entire organization. Comprised of Policy & Legislation, Corporate Operations and Corporate Services the OCAO is driven by customer-service and taking action to advise, consult and support each division across the LDB.

The OCAO is comprised of approximately 140 staff. What brings the OCAO together as a team is the ability to work together to support government, as well as the operational areas of the business and other support areas (e.g., Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology). The group has a strategic lens with a focus on ensuring the organization aligns and complies with corporate priorities, policies, legislation, best practices, and government mandate.

About this role:

The Program Manager leads and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of major long-term programs that involve overseeing sub-projects and multiple delivery components. The role is accountable for programs that typically have many team members involved – both employees and contractors. The Program Manager oversees programs that are strategic in nature, align to the organization’s service plan and goals and are large transformational programs with significant cultural and organizational change management components.

Strong leadership and communication skills are required to guide teams through programs, sub-projects, manage competing priorities and conflicts, foster consensus, facilitate change to people, processes and tools and drive delivery of assigned projects to ensure timeliness and quality within scope and budget.

A criminal record check is required.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Position requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Degree or diploma in computer science, business administration or a related discipline, a project management certification from a recognized institution (i.e., PMP, PgMP or PfMP), and a minimum of five (5) years of recent, related experience*.

*Recent, related experience must have occurred within the last seven (7) years and must include the following:

• Experience delivering projects/programs with multiple components and complexity with a value exceeding $2 million.
• Experience leading organizational change associated with project/program implementation.
• Experience directly managing project managers or project teams.

Preference may be given to those candidates with any of the following:

• Establishing collaborative relationships with executives and senior leadership.
• Experience in business planning, contract management, financial management, and/ or negotiations.
• Leading project/programs of significant scope and impact.
• Managing cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of complex, transformational programs.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home, following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What the BC Public Service Offers.

Job Category

Human Resources, Leadership and Management