Project Manager

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; Remote; CAD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon, Energy, Mines & Resources in Whitehorse, seeks a Project Manager for Assessment & Abandoned Mines to lead remediation projects and protect water resources. The role requires coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders, and ensuring regulatory compliance in remote sites.

The successful candidate will have proven project management experience in natural resources, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to handle shifting priorities with a focus on

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in a natural resource capacity.
• Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support operational objectives and/or regulatory compliance.
• Degree in engineering, science, environmental science, or a related field would be an asset;
• Experience implementing projects on active or abandoned mine sites, or other complex industrial, environmental, remediation, or construction sites would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects on remote abandoned mine sites with emphasis on protecting receiving waters.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to meet regulatory and safety requirements.
• Prioritize tasks and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively to ensure project objectives and schedules are met.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering or science degree in related field

Job description

Government of Yukon -> Energy, Mines & Resources - Assessment & Abandoned Mines

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST16

$94,501.00 - $109,661.00

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 is for 1 (one) full-time permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

At Energy, Mines and Resources (EMR), we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, managed in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of our clients.

The Assessment and Abandoned Mines (AAM) branch of EMR leads and directs the management and remediation of abandoned mines in the Yukon. Effectively delivering this service to the people of the Yukon requires commitment to the highest levels of professionalism. Our work is focused on environmental protection, health and safety, effective project delivery and sound financial planning.

Our Project Managers are responsible for leading and delivering a variety of projects on remote abandoned mine sites where protection of receiving waters is of vital importance. We are looking for a highly motivated and committed individual who has proven experience in project management and the ability to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Collaboration within our multidisciplinary team is critical to our success and therefore the ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in a natural resource capacity;
• Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support operational objectives and/or regulatory compliance;
• Degree in engineering, science, environmental science, or a related field would be an asset; and
• Experience implementing projects on active or abandoned mine sites, or other complex industrial, environmental, remediation, or construction sites would be an asset.

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• excellent interpersonal skills
• ability to clearly and effectively communicate and build relationships with a diverse complement of project team members and stakeholders
• ability to produce effective results under tight timelines and shifting priorities
• organizational and analytical skills
• strong attention to detail

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Job Requirements: Travel within and outside Yukon Territory