Leader, Project Management

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. As a Leader with Facilities, you will be expected to foster an inclusive leadership approach that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion, as well as psychological and physical safety. As a key decision-maker, you will empower and guide your team, applying political acumen and balancing strategic with operational leadership. The Leader, Project Management, is responsible for project planning, resourcing, and implementing municipal infrastructure projects. You will supervise project management staff and be responsible for the delivery of projects for a variety of partners and clients including other City business units, community groups, regulatory agencies, and City Council. Primary duties include: Accountable for the delivery of multiple projects including design, construction, and commissioning of major interdepartmental and infrastructure projects Lead and mentor project management staff and allocate workload. Identify, develop, and implement processes, planning, performance standards and expectations for staff and projects. Manage operational budgets. Participate in business planning, business unit and interdepartmental committees. Represent The City and Facilities to internal and external partners while maintaining client relationships. Responsible to achieve and report on business unit and divisional key performance indicators and metrics. Qualifications A completed 2 year diploma and at least 10 years of experience in the facility/construction field including more progressively senior roles OR; A degree and at least 8 years of experience in the facility/construction field including more progressively senior roles. At least 2 years of supervisory experience is required. Significant experience in vertical construction and 5 years of complex project management is required. Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered. A valid Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is required. Program management experience is required. Portfolio management experience is an asset. Success in this position requires strong communication, negotiation, supervisory and organizational skills. Pre-employment Requirements Applicants will be tested for appropriate skills. Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Workstyle This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Responsible for planning, resourcing, and implementing municipal infrastructure projects while supervising project management staff. The role involves managing operational budgets and coordinating with various internal and external partners to deliver major interdepartmental projects.

Requires a diploma with 10 years of experience or a degree with 8 years of experience in facility/construction, including 2 years of supervisory experience. A valid PMP designation and experience in vertical construction and program management are mandatory.

• Work-life balance • Physical and psychological safety • Competitive wages • Pensions • Benefits

• LeadershipPreferred
• NegotiationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Client Relationship ManagementPreferred

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• Project Planning
• Resourcing
• Infrastructure Project Implementation
• Staff Supervision
• Budget Management
• Business Planning
• Client Relationship Management
• KPI Reporting
• Vertical Construction
• Complex Project Management
• Program Management
• Portfolio Management
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Organizational Skills
• Leadership

• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering
• Construction
• Administrative

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Oct 4, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level