Senior Project Manager

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Shared Services is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead capital and operating building infrastructure projects at healthcare sites within Alberta Health Services. You will oversee the full project life cycle from initiation to closing, manage resources, budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with building codes and healthcare standards.

The role requires 7+ years in commercial or institutional construction, strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge of procurement

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of commercial or institutional construction project management experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff and manage stakeholders.
• Knowledge of bylaws, codes, procurement rules and contract law.

Responsibilities

• Lead project lifecycle efforts from development to closing for healthcare infrastructure.
• Direct resources, manage budgets and schedules, ensure safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate with agencies, consultants, contractors and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Contracts & Procurement

Education

Bachelor Degree in Building Construction

Diploma or certification in Architecture/Engineering

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The Senior Project Manager provides expertise, leadership and oversight on assigned capital and operating building infrastructure projects at healthcare sites and is responsible for all project management, project life cycle, aspects, including development and initiation, planning & design, execution, monitoring and control and closing. The role is assigned a wide range of projects from minor to major capital projects and complex operational building infrastructure projects within Alberta Health Services (AHS). These projects vary in scope of work, diversity, complexity, and sensitivity requiring demonstrated project management expertise. Projects involve a range of functional integration, engagement with various stakeholders and knowledge of various construction disciplines. Executing these projects requires a comprehensive understanding of construction and project management concepts, methods and practices and integrating and aligning these with AHS organizational strategies, policies, and practices. The role is accountable for all financial interactions and ensures projects meet building codes, healthcare standards, and municipal bylaws within the 48 divisions of the Master Format for construction specifications. It directs and manages project resources through the lifecycle of the project to deliver and achieve the project’s objectives and established performance standards within a safe working environment. The role leads, mentors and directs all members of the Project Team and manages stakeholder engagement. The Senior Project Manager further provides expertise and support to the Program Manager on all aspects of project management including providing recommendations and advisement on the planning and development of projects.

Description:

The Senior Project Manager provides expertise, leadership and oversight on assigned capital and operating building infrastructure projects at healthcare sites and is responsible for all project management, project life cycle, aspects, including development and initiation, planning & design, execution, monitoring and control and closing. The role is assigned a wide range of projects from minor to major capital projects and complex operational building infrastructure projects within Alberta Health Services (AHS). These projects vary in scope of work, diversity, complexity, and sensitivity requiring demonstrated project management expertise. Projects involve a range of functional integration, engagement with various stakeholders and knowledge of various construction disciplines. Executing these projects requires a comprehensive understanding of construction and project management concepts, methods and practices and integrating and aligning these with AHS organizational strategies, policies, and practices. The role is accountable for all financial interactions and ensures projects meet building codes, healthcare standards, and municipal bylaws within the 48 divisions of the Master Format for construction specifications. It directs and manages project resources through the lifecycle of the project to deliver and achieve the project’s objectives and established performance standards within a safe working environment. The role leads, mentors and directs all members of the Project Team and manages stakeholder engagement. The Senior Project Manager further provides expertise and support to the Program Manager on all aspects of project management including providing recommendations and advisement on the planning and development of projects.

• Transition Company: Health Shared Services
• Classification: Senior Project Manager
• Union: Exempt
• Unit and Program: Project Management
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Negotiable Location: Within Edmonton Zone
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2026
• Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 26-NOV-2029
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $38.73
• Maximum Salary: $66.42
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

At least 7 years expertise in commercial or institutional construction project management experience in an organization of significant size, complexity, and diversity. Commercial or institutional construction project management experience in an organization of significant size, complexity, and diversity. Proven ability to manage, mentor, motivate and lead team members and stakeholders. Experience managing professional and unionized staff. Knowledge of construction and project management concepts, methods and practices. Knowledge of applicable provincial, regional, and municipal bylaws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Knowledge of construction contract law and procurement rules, regulations, and requirements. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills including facilitation and presentation skills. Proven capacity to work well under pressure.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Two-year post-secondary program. Bachelor Degree of Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design or Project Management (Building Construction) OR Diploma or certification in Architecture, Building or Engineering Technology OR Journeyman Trade Certificate

Preferred Qualifications:

Hospital or healthcare facility construction planning and project management and facility management experience. Planning and project management of health care projects within a fully operating Acute Care facility experience. Experience working with and/or managing external consultants, contractors, government agencies and regulators. A member in good standing with the AAA, APEGGA, ASET or PMP designation associated in the Building Infrastructure Industry.