Specialist, Project Management and Planning (Targeted Funding)

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon is seeking a Project Management and Planning Specialist to lead planning and construction projects within the Fund Program. You will develop scope, budgets, risk analysis, schedules, and design reviews, aligning with organizational goals and patient-centred care.

You act as owner's representative during construction and coordinate with leadership, clinical staff and project teams.

Qualifications

• Project management experience delivering planning and project management services.
• Experience translating user requirements into technical plans.
• Ability to lead and communicate with diverse stakeholders within a health-care setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and project management for Saskatchewan Health Authority projects.
• Develop scope, budgeting, risk analysis, and scheduling.
• Oversee design review and financial tracking for projects ranging from $200K to $100M+.
• Act as owner’s representative during construction, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Coordinate with leadership, medical staff, project teams and partners to foster collaboration.

Skills

Analytical skills

System transformation

Critical thinking

Education

Project Management certificate

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Architectural Engineering

Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Interior Design

Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Facilities Engineering Technology

Job description

Position #: 9011541

Expected Start Date: November 16, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Fund Program

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Project Management and Planning Specialists support SHA by delivering planning and project management services, including scope development, budgeting, risk analysis, scheduling, design review, and financial tracking. They manage projects ranging from $200K to over $100M, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client-centred care. They integrate service delivery needs into design, translate user requirements into technical plans, and communicate between leadership, medical staff, and project teams. Acting as the owner’s representative, they lead construction projects, oversee quality and compliance, maintain records, and foster collaboration across departments and partners while promoting a positive, innovative work environment.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Project Management certificate
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Architectural Engineering
• Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Interior Design

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Facilities Engineering Technology

Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Critical thinking skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients & Stakeholders
• Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Mobilizes people, inspires and sets an example forothers
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan