Senior Project Lead

Project Management Institute; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government in British Columbia is seeking a Project Manager to oversee facility capital projects from feasibility to construction. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in a related field, extensive project management experience, and a focus on detail and relationships. This position offers a competitive wage of $49.41 per hour along with excellent benefits. Join a recognized employer committed to sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in project management for civic building improvement projects.
• Registered as an AScT with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of facility capital projects.
• Manage and close projects; ensure scope and budget expectations are met.
• Provide technical guidance and support asset management planning.

Skills

Project Management

Collaboration

Technical Excellence

Relationship-building

Education

Diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of the most desirable places to live and work in Canada. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and service excellence, Saanich is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors through strategic infrastructure development and effective service delivery.

The Engineering Department’s Municipal Facilities Division is seeking a collaborative and highly organized professional to support the planning, implementation and delivery of municipal facility capital projects. The division is responsible for the stewardship of a diverse portfolio of civic buildings, leading major facility improvements, and supporting long-term asset management strategies. We are looking for a dynamic individual who thrives in a complex project environment and is committed to technical excellence and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of facility capital projects across the District, including feasibility, design, construction and turnover.
• Initiate, manage and close projects of varying scale and complexity; ensure scope, budget, schedule and quality expectations are consistently met.
• Provide technical and functional guidance to other project staff, support asset management planning, and prepare reports for senior leadership.
• Support continuous improvement in project delivery and collaboration with internal departments, consultants, and contractors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution; six years of directly related experience in project management for civic building improvement projects, including full lifecycle delivery of capital construction projects.
• Registered as an AScT with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred, or candidates must demonstrate proficiency to pursue certification.
• Experience working within an Owner’s organization and with CCDC contracts is an asset.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Employment is subject to satisfactory Police Information Check no older than six months.

Work Details

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $49.41 per hour plus an excellent benefits package.
• Job description and competition information: www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on September 28, 2025, quoting competition 25248.

Additional Information

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2023. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence [e-mail].