Project Manager

This posting is to fill one (1) full-time term position starting April 1, 2025.

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Transportation team. The Transportation Planning Branch applies a systematic approach to the planning and management of our assets. We streamline and improve systems to allow the Transportation Division to deliver programs more efficiently and effectively. We pride ourselves on our innovative and solution-focused culture and approach. The Transportation Asset Management Unit is a group of professionals tasked with understanding our transportation network's assets and identifying what resources and activities are required in order to support the network and ensure it keeps the territory moving. Click this link to read more about our branch and the awesome initiatives we are involved in! Reporting to the Manager of Transportation Asset Management, this position is responsible for overall direction, co-ordination and management of the portfolio of projects covered under the Asset Management (AM) strategic improvement initiative.

For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit: Careers in the Government of Yukon (yukoncareerpaths.ca)

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• A post-secondary education in information technology, engineering, math or physics, business management or related field;
• Significant, recent project management experience leading systems and/or business improvement projects and teams, supported by formal project management training;
• Experience producing comprehensive technical, analytical, and public-appropriate reports alongside communication plans, presentations, status reports, and other project related reporting;
• Experience providing advice and recommendations to senior management;
• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) and experience in highway, fleet and/or aviation asset management, planning and/or design and construction are an asset;
• Experience with IT tools such as PowerBi, PowerApps, SQL and ArcGIS would be an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
• Excellent research, analytical and problem solving skills;
• Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate projects;
• Ability to establish strong and effective working relationships with senior management, and other stakeholders;
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment as well as work independently;
• Experience motivating and supervising employees;
• Demonstrated leadership competencies.

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• class 5 driver's licence or equivalent

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

• Travel throughout the territory
• Use of personal protective equipment
  

Additional information

For more information about this position, please contact: Rohit Shankar, Manager of Transportation Asset Management at Rohit.Shankar@yukon.ca.

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If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Kylie Townend, at kylie.townend@yukon.ca