Project Analyst

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Alberta's Infrastructure ministry is seeking a Project Analyst in Edmonton on a 10-month temporary contract. You will support capital planning, assess opportunities, and prepare briefing materials for senior leadership.

You will develop procurement documentation, collaborate with Legal, Procurement, and project teams, and produce executive dashboards and reports to guide capital investments. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 3 years of related experience or equivalency.
• Equivalency: 1 year education = 1 year experience, or 1 year experience = 1 year education.
• Demonstrated ability to work with governance boards and complex processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop capital strategy and partnership opportunities for infrastructure projects.
• Provide timely analysis and briefing materials to executives and governance bodies.
• Develop procurement documentation to retain external financial and advisory services.
• Collaborate with Legal, Procurement and project teams to ensure policy compliance.
• Capture lessons learned and improve assessment methodologies and governance.
• Review funding requests and project submissions for financial implications and risks.
• Prepare executive dashboards, briefing notes and presentations for leadership.
• Support Ministers and Cabinet Committees with concise materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Business acumen

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Resource management

Judgment

Education

High school diploma & 3 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ARTS

Exclaim

MyAgent

IMAGIS

EPS

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Job Information
Job Title: Project Analyst
Job Requisition ID: JR85983
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary (10-month contract)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: August 21, 2026
Classification: Program Services 4
Salary: $3,148.2 to $4,126.82 bi-weekly ($82,168 - $107,710/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 and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service .

Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development. The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.
For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit:http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca .

The Capital Strategy & Partnerships (CSP) branch leads the development of capital strategy, innovative financing solutions and strategic partnerships that support the delivery of public infrastructure across Alberta. The branch assesses opportunities identified by both the Government of Alberta and the private sector to determine whether innovative financing, partnership or delivery approaches can improve project outcomes, optimize the use of public resources and deliver greater value for Albertans.

The Analyst prepares briefing materials, business cases and recommendations for senior leadership and contributes to the continuous improvement of capital strategy, assessment methodologies, governance frameworks and decision-making processes to ensure consistent, transparent and evidence-based outcomes.

The primary responsibilities for the Project Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• Identifying, assessing and developing innovative capital strategy, financing and partnership opportunities for infrastructure projects in collaboration with ministries, public agencies and external stakeholders.
• Providing senior decision-makers, including Executive Leadership, Treasury Board and Finance, Cabinet and other governance bodies, with timely analysis, recommendations and briefing materials to support capital investment decisions.
• Developing Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Expressions of Interest (RFEOIs) and other procurement documentation required to retain external financial and commercial advisors.
• Collaborating with Legal Services, Procurement, project teams and partner ministries to ensure procurement activities comply with Government policies, legislation and contractual requirements.
• Capturing lessons learned and recommend continuous improvements to assessment methodologies, governance processes and business practices.
• Reviewing business cases, funding requests and project submissions to assess financial implications, strategic risks, feasibility and alignment with Government priorities.
• Collecting, integrating and analyzing financial, project and operational information to develop executive dashboards, briefing materials, reports and presentations.
• Preparing briefing notes, Action Requests, presentations, correspondence and other materials for Executive Leadership, Ministers and Cabinet Committees.

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse stakeholders (e.g., professional services, private and public entities, government officials.
• Highly effectively verbal and written communication skills; ability to consult and negotiate the needs and priorities of multiple stakeholders.
• Business acumen, financial analysis and multi-dimensional analytical ability.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to adjust resources across projects and shift priorities as demands or directions change.
• The ability to exercise judgment when evaluating complex situations with multi-faceted criteria.

Competencies are behaviors 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

Required: High school diploma and three years of related experience.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

For Example:

Related 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 2 years of experience.
Related 2-year diploma PLUS a minimum 1 years of experience.
Related minimum 3 years of experience.
The successful candidate MUST also have:

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage a high‑volume, shifting workload.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently, be resourceful, and seek information proactively.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a calm, professional approach in a busy environment.
• Strong organizational skills for managing complex, non‑routine tasks.
• Ability to accurately respond to and direct inquiries from boards and government staff.
• Good working knowledge of division‑level business operations.

• Experience with GOA systems such as ARTS, Exclaim, MyAgent, IMAGIS, and EPS.
• Demonstrated ability to support team workloads and provide cooperative assistance.
• Experience navigating government processes, procedures, and communication channels.

Term of Employment: Permanent Full-time position

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Location: Edmonton

Cover Letter: Please provide a cover letter outlining your skills, knowledge and experience as they relate to the role
Written Assessments: Candidates may be required to complete a written assessment to further evaluate their skills, knowledge, and experience related to the role.

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.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jenny Luong at [e-mail] .