Project Coordinator

Yukon Government; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (as applicable)

Paid leave

Job summary

Yukon Government, Department of Highways and Public Works, Transportation Program Development Branch in Whitehorse, is seeking a talented professional for a two-year term to support project management initiatives and reporting requirements for intergovernmental agreements.

The role emphasizes contract management, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and budget tracking, with a preference for candidates experienced in government projects and multi-stakeholder environments.

Qualifications

• Experience with contract management and monitoring activities through project initiation, implementation and closure.
• Experience preparing and maintaining business documents such as reports, briefing notes, agreements, procedures, policies, correspondence, or presentations.
• Experience coordinating or supporting projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting information to support recommendations, process improvements, or decision-making.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal/external stakeholders including government partners, funding agencies, or contractors.
• Experience tracking budgets, expenditures and financial information related to projects or programs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support project pre-planning, project control and monitoring for intergovernmental agreements.
• Assist with tracking reporting requirements across branches and partners.
• Coordinate or support projects with multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• Research and analyze information to inform recommendations and process improvements.
• Foster effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and contractors.
• Monitor and, where applicable, track budgets and expenditures for projects.
• Candidates with equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Skills

Contract management oversight

Project coordination

Reporting & documentation

Stakeholder liaison

Risk analysis

Budget tracking

Job description

Government of Yukon -> Highways and Public Works - Transportation Program Development Branch

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

27 October 2028

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR14

$85,225.00 - $98,818.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting is to fill a two-year term with the possibility of an extension.

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Transportation team. This position is responsible to support a variety of branch-wide initiatives related to project management and reporting. This position is responsible for assisting project pre-planning, project control and monitoring and tracking reporting requirements for various intergovernmental agreements.

• Experience with contract management and monitoring various activities through project initiation, implementation and closure phases
• Experience preparing and maintaining business documents such as reports, briefing notes, agreements, procedures, policies, correspondence, or presentations.
• Experience coordinating or supporting projects, programs, or initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and established deadlines.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting information to support recommendations, process improvements, or decision-making.
• Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government partners, funding agencies, or contractors.
• Experience tracking budgets, expenditures, and financial information related to projects or programs is an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise and accurate reports and correspondence.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze information, identify risks, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
  

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• class 5 driver's licence or equivalent

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

• Travel throughout the territory
• Work in adverse weather conditions
• Use of personal protective equipment