Senior Project Manager
About the role
Job Summary And Requirements This is a permanent, full-time position, working 75 hours bi-weekly. At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, working in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment that encourages problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort to achieve our goals, and those of our clients.
The Assessment and Abandoned Mines (AAM) branch leads, directs and oversees the management and remediation of abandoned mines in the Yukon. Effectively delivering this service to the people of the Yukon requires commitment to the highest levels of professionalism. Our work is focused on environmental protection, health and safety, effective project delivery, and sound financial planning.
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the leadership and management of multifaceted projects, including planning, implementing and overseeing care and maintenance programs, mine water management, construction, remediation, engineering design, and various forms of technical monitoring at remote abandoned mine sites. We are looking for a highly motivated and committed individual who has proven experience in project management, fiscal accountability, and a solid understanding of the underlying technical issues associated with large scale abandoned mines, or sites with similar complexity. The ideal candidate is an individual with experience leading remediation or large infrastructure development projects, overseeing engineering and design teams, and applying risk-based decision making to complement the skill sets in our multidisciplinary team. We value candidates with excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
For more information about this position, please contact, Ryan Hennessey, Manager, Type II at Ryan.Hennessey@yukon.ca For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Stephanie Aube, Manager, Human Resources at Stephanie.Aube@yukon.ca Essential Qualifications Please note that the selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating the following qualifications, skills and experience in the following areas: For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca
- Post-secondary degree in engineering, science, resource management or a related field;
- Experience managing and leading large complex projects, including work planning, scheduling, budget preparation and management, communications and contract management;
- Experience in building partnerships within and outside your organization;
- Experience leading and working within teams with diverse interests and skills; and
- Experience in implementing projects on active or abandoned mine sites in a northern climate would be an asset.
Candidates who do not have requisite educational qualifications but possess significant experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered. Skills Desired knowledge, skills and abilities: Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Ability to work independently and engage collaboratively;
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate (both orally and in writing) with a diverse complement of project team members, contractors, consultants, First Nations, and regulators;
- Ability to lead, manage and successfully deliver large complex projects;
- Excellent problem-solving skills; and
- Ability to produce effective, accurate results under tight timelines and shifting priorities.
Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 driver’s license
Job Requirements: Travel within Yukon on a regular basis
Eligibility List
12 months
About Government of Yukon
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
Senior Project Manager
About the role
Job Summary And Requirements This is a permanent, full-time position, working 75 hours bi-weekly. At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, working in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment that encourages problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort to achieve our goals, and those of our clients.
The Assessment and Abandoned Mines (AAM) branch leads, directs and oversees the management and remediation of abandoned mines in the Yukon. Effectively delivering this service to the people of the Yukon requires commitment to the highest levels of professionalism. Our work is focused on environmental protection, health and safety, effective project delivery, and sound financial planning.
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the leadership and management of multifaceted projects, including planning, implementing and overseeing care and maintenance programs, mine water management, construction, remediation, engineering design, and various forms of technical monitoring at remote abandoned mine sites. We are looking for a highly motivated and committed individual who has proven experience in project management, fiscal accountability, and a solid understanding of the underlying technical issues associated with large scale abandoned mines, or sites with similar complexity. The ideal candidate is an individual with experience leading remediation or large infrastructure development projects, overseeing engineering and design teams, and applying risk-based decision making to complement the skill sets in our multidisciplinary team. We value candidates with excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
For more information about this position, please contact, Ryan Hennessey, Manager, Type II at Ryan.Hennessey@yukon.ca For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Stephanie Aube, Manager, Human Resources at Stephanie.Aube@yukon.ca Essential Qualifications Please note that the selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating the following qualifications, skills and experience in the following areas: For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca
- Post-secondary degree in engineering, science, resource management or a related field;
- Experience managing and leading large complex projects, including work planning, scheduling, budget preparation and management, communications and contract management;
- Experience in building partnerships within and outside your organization;
- Experience leading and working within teams with diverse interests and skills; and
- Experience in implementing projects on active or abandoned mine sites in a northern climate would be an asset.
Candidates who do not have requisite educational qualifications but possess significant experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered. Skills Desired knowledge, skills and abilities: Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Ability to work independently and engage collaboratively;
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate (both orally and in writing) with a diverse complement of project team members, contractors, consultants, First Nations, and regulators;
- Ability to lead, manage and successfully deliver large complex projects;
- Excellent problem-solving skills; and
- Ability to produce effective, accurate results under tight timelines and shifting priorities.
Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 driver’s license
Job Requirements: Travel within Yukon on a regular basis
Eligibility List
12 months
About Government of Yukon
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.