The Opportunity: Project Manager, Generation Resource Planning

20 Month term, full-time and based in Whitehorse, Yukon.

If you're passionate about strategic planning, sustainable energy, and solving complex challenges, this could be the role for you. Join Yukon Energy and help shape the generation and transmission resources that will power the Yukon for decades to come.

What will you do: As the Project Manager, Generation Resource Planning, you will:

• Lead the planning and development of long-term generation resources, primarily hydro and thermal generation, from pre-feasibility through preliminary design.
• Develop electricity supply plans that identify the generation and transmission resources needed to support the Yukon's future.
• Lead lifecycle analyses and business case development that inform investment in existing and new generation and transmission resources.
• Help advance new generation projects that support growth and the transition to sustainable energy solutions across the Yukon.

What you need to succeed: 

• Degree in Engineering from an accredited university program and capable of obtaining either Engineer-in-training or Professional Engineer designation in Yukon Territory
• Experience designing infrastructure from pre-feasibility to preliminary design and/or constructing infrastructure projects 
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams to execute projects
• Experience using financial analysis and quantitative and qualitative information to draw conclusions
• Experience in utility energy planning would be an asset
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered 

What is in it for you: 

• Competitive Pay with annual cost of living increase
• Northern Allowance: $7,000 + 5% Base Pay added to Base Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package that begins the first day of employment
• 160 hours of vacation leave, 160 hours of sick leave, 40 hours of special leave
• Travel Allowances for employee and their spouse and dependent(s)
• Annual Wellness Subsidy
• Cell Phone Subsidy
• Training and Development opportunities
• Opportunity to be a part of something greater and help the Yukon

Who we are: Yukon Energy is the primary generator and transmitter of electrical energy in the Yukon territory, operating within the Traditional Territories of Yukon First Nations. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and collaboration with Indigenous communities across all our operations.

Yukon Energy values diversity in the workplace. We strive to achieve a skilled workforce that is representative of the population we serve, and we are committed to the employment and professional development of Yukon First Nations citizens. First Nations candidates are encouraged to self-declare.

To apply, please go to Recruitment (adp.com). [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=b6bc9bf4-488d-485b-9b91-1e4a5c17f0f9&ccId=19000101_000001&source=LI&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter]

If you have any questions, please feel free email People & Culture via email at hr@yec.yk.ca [hr@yec.yk.ca]. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.

For more information on Yukon Energy, please go to: http://www.yukonenergy.ca [http://www.yukonenergy.ca].

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada for any employer without employer sponsorship.

Date Posted: July 7, 2026