PROJECT MANAGER, CAPITAL PROJECTS AND PLANNING

Northern Health Authority; Prince George; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Canada is seeking a Project Manager for Capital Projects and Planning. The role involves overseeing capital planning projects, managing budgets, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a university degree in a related field and 5-7 years of experience in project management, preferably in health care. Competitive salary offered with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in project planning/design and management.
• Health care experience and Project Management Professional designation are assets.

Responsibilities

• Implement capital planning projects and oversee planning and construction phases.
• Liaise with stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.
• Monitor project scopes, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Education

University degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Additional courses in project management

Job description

Position Summary

Bring your project management, creative problem solving and team leadership expertise to this exciting role with our Capital Planning & Support Services team.

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.

Starting salary will be approximately from $88,990 to $111,237 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health / dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE :

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation :

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education / qualifications for this position.

Examples may include :

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school / college / university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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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.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.