Project Manager, Capital Projects And Planning

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental coverage

Pension plan

Vacation after 1 year

Moving expense support

Referral program

Leadership development

Outdoor recreation

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Project Manager, Capital Projects and Planning to lead capital projects within a progressive culture in BC’s Northern region. You will oversee planning, design and construction, coordinating with consultants and contractors to meet operational needs and timelines.

The role emphasizes conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement, and active participation in master planning and space planning initiatives, with a focus on delivering quality healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• University degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field with advanced project management courses.
• Five to seven years of progressive experience in project planning/design and management in a large environment.
• Equivalent education, training and experience accepted.
• Health-care experience and PMP or related degree are assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, design and construction phases of capital projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, consultants and contractors to address operational requirements.
• Monitor, control and report on project scope, budgets and timelines.
• Support master planning, space planning and facility redevelopment initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Budget management

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Problem solving

Healthcare familiarity

Education

University degree in Architecture/Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a champion with management and leadership experience to join our Capital Planning & Support Services department.

Reporting to the Regional Director, Capital Development and Projects & Chief Project Officer, the Project Manager, Capital Projects and Planning is responsible for implementing approved capital planning projects as assigned by the Director, overseeing the planning, design and construction phases and liaising with various stakeholders, consultants and contractors to ensure operational requirements are addressed. The Project Manager is expected to resolve conflicts and is responsible for monitoring, controlling and reporting on project scopes, budgets, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. The Project Manager, Capital Projects and Planning supports the Director, Capital Development and Projects in the delivery of master planning initiatives, space plans and facility redevelopment planning.

The salary range for this position is $90,770 (min) to $113,462 (midpoint) to $130,481 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE. Northern Health typically establishes salaries within the minimum and midpoint of the salary range based on qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

Qualfications

• Completion of a university degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field supplemented by advanced courses in project management;
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in all phases of project planning/design and management in a large, complex environment;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Previous health care experience, designation as a Project Management Professional and/or a degree in Business Administration or Health Services Administration an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of the planning and construction processes associated with facilities development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of health care projects and relevant government procedures, standards and requirements.
• Advanced project management skills including demonstrated effectiveness in planning and coordinating major projects.
• Broad knowledge of accreditation standards, Workers Compensation Board regulations, and Occupational Health & Safety and Infection Control issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge of space planning theories, concepts and methodologies.
• Broad knowledge of the hospital environment and legislation affecting space redesign in health care institutions.
• Ability to deal effectively with various stakeholders, consultants and contractors.
• Ability to resolve conflict and facilitate consensus between stakeholders on critical issues.
• Ability to analyze and problem-solve complex issues towards creative solutions.
• Ability to ascertain bottom line requirements and maintain project budgets.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities or unforeseen opportunities.
• Ability to prepare and present written and verbal reports on technical issues.
• Ability to provide leadership, guidance and direction to others including staff and contractors.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and balance multiple activities concurrently.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer software applications.

Where you will be working:

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.