Senior Project Manager

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide leadership and oversight of capital and operating building infrastructure projects at healthcare sites. You will manage project life cycles, engage diverse stakeholders and ensure adherence to building codes, healthcare standards and municipal bylaws.

The role requires extensive experience in commercial or institutional construction and the ability to mentor the project team while aligning with AHS strategies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial or institutional construction project management experience in a large organization.
• Knowledge of provincial, regional, and municipal bylaws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Experience managing professional and unionized staff; strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor project teams and manage stakeholders under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project lifecycle from development and initiation through planning, design, execution, monitoring and closing to achieve objectives.
• Direct and manage project resources and ensure safety, quality and compliance with codes and healthcare standards.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and advisement to Program Manager on project planning and development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Budget/Finance

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor degree in Architecture/Engineering/Interior Design/PM

Diploma or certification in Architecture/Building/Engineering Technology

Journeyman Trade Certificate

Job 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.

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
• 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
• 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

• 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.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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