Junior Capital Consultant
Top Benefits
About the role
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.
Capital Investment Planning is responsible for stewarding a strategic corporate capital planning process and methodology to create The City's capital infrastructure investment plan. The team prioritizes and optimizes The City's investments through portfolio management to support infrastructure resilience, integrated service delivery and intentional management of The City's capital portfolio. The work is high-profile and often requires quick turnaround times within an environment that can often be ambiguous. As such, applicants should be prepared for a position that is fast-paced, with high-intensity.
As a Junior Capital Consultant, you will work directly with the Capital Consultant to undertake research, data collection, analysis and presentation of the capital portfolio, and capital performance reporting. This is a developmental position that will provide opportunities to learn and build experience with capital infrastructure investment planning and prioritization of capital and service plans and budgets. Primary duties include:
- Document processes and procedures, gather feedback and suggest adjustments to ensure effective implementation of the corporate capital prioritization framework and criteria.
- Research, collect, analyze and present qualitative and quantitative capital investment information to support services and teams in the development of a 10-year Capital Investment plan.
- Coordinate and consult with internal and external subject matter experts, service stewards and other sections in the division to define business priorities, identify trends and provide recommendations.
- Prepare capital business case documents and assist in the preparation of high-quality reports and presentations for a range of audiences, including senior leadership and Council.
- Support the development of forms, templates, tools and databases to streamline processes from data collection to presentation materials.
Qualifications
- A degree in Business, Management, Public Administration or related field and at least 8 months of relevant experience, including at least 4 months of direct experience in capital infrastructure investment planning and prioritization.
- Experience with business or finance analysis, business process improvement, quality assurance, and project management will be considered an asset.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is an asset.
- Successful applicants will have the ability to learn quickly, act on their own initiative and adapt to changes in a dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated strategic, critical thinking, attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships and present complex information through written and visual means.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Applicants must submit a cover letter.
- 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. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Capital Planning & Business Services
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 8 $37.77 - 50.50 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: June 5, 2025
Job ID #: 312106
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Junior Capital Consultant
Top Benefits
About the role
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.
Capital Investment Planning is responsible for stewarding a strategic corporate capital planning process and methodology to create The City's capital infrastructure investment plan. The team prioritizes and optimizes The City's investments through portfolio management to support infrastructure resilience, integrated service delivery and intentional management of The City's capital portfolio. The work is high-profile and often requires quick turnaround times within an environment that can often be ambiguous. As such, applicants should be prepared for a position that is fast-paced, with high-intensity.
As a Junior Capital Consultant, you will work directly with the Capital Consultant to undertake research, data collection, analysis and presentation of the capital portfolio, and capital performance reporting. This is a developmental position that will provide opportunities to learn and build experience with capital infrastructure investment planning and prioritization of capital and service plans and budgets. Primary duties include:
- Document processes and procedures, gather feedback and suggest adjustments to ensure effective implementation of the corporate capital prioritization framework and criteria.
- Research, collect, analyze and present qualitative and quantitative capital investment information to support services and teams in the development of a 10-year Capital Investment plan.
- Coordinate and consult with internal and external subject matter experts, service stewards and other sections in the division to define business priorities, identify trends and provide recommendations.
- Prepare capital business case documents and assist in the preparation of high-quality reports and presentations for a range of audiences, including senior leadership and Council.
- Support the development of forms, templates, tools and databases to streamline processes from data collection to presentation materials.
Qualifications
- A degree in Business, Management, Public Administration or related field and at least 8 months of relevant experience, including at least 4 months of direct experience in capital infrastructure investment planning and prioritization.
- Experience with business or finance analysis, business process improvement, quality assurance, and project management will be considered an asset.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is an asset.
- Successful applicants will have the ability to learn quickly, act on their own initiative and adapt to changes in a dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated strategic, critical thinking, attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships and present complex information through written and visual means.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Applicants must submit a cover letter.
- 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. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Capital Planning & Business Services
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 8 $37.77 - 50.50 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: June 5, 2025
Job ID #: 312106
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.