Project Manager I

Vancouver, Canada Temporary,Full-Time Apply Save job Program Share on social media Category Management Requisition number 202929E Date posted 08/19/2026 Job Summary In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Project Manager I leads and co-ordinates all aspects of the current projects undertaken by the department. The Project Manager I ensures that the deliverables are completed on time and on budget, as identified in the project plan. The Project Manager I identifies and tracks metrics as they relate to the project deliverables, and provides consultation, guidance and support to designated project staff, contractors and stakeholders. Duties/Accountabilities Establishes detailed project charter, plans and objectives to outline timelines and project deliverables. Executes project plan according to project methodologies, ensures successful and coordinated completion of project components, consults with stakeholders as needed and ensures readiness for project implementation. Tracks project progress according to project plan and identified metrics. Monitors and reports on the status of projects and major barriers encountered. Makes recommendations to Director regarding projects scope and related changes required to facilitate a successful outcome. Implements or contributes to the implementation of effective processes to assess project risks, identify risk mitigation strategies and monitor risk throughout the project lifecycle. Participates in the development and monitoring of project budgets within the context of operations demands and environmental and resource constraints and uses best practice methods to thoroughly monitor and adhere to allocated budgets. Provides leadership by giving advice or guidance in situations that require interpretation and judgment. Qualifications A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree in Health Services Administration, Business Administration or relevant health care discipline with a minimum of five (5) year’s recent, related experience in project management and facilitating and managing consultation processes with a wide range of stakeholder groups. Project Management Professional designation considered an asset. Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and ability to coach team members on these skills. Experience or working knowledge of content areas is key to the success of this role. Effectively monitors budgets and executes project plans with stringent timelines. Utilizes initiative, vision, independent thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to implement project plans and realize project completion. Excellent communication skills to function within a complex interdisciplinary environment including ability to communicate with the physician community. Utilizes effective facilitation, persuasion and negotiation abilities to achieve consensus, resolve conflict and achieve desired outcomes. Works effectively under time pressure to meet deadlines, balance work priorities and resolve problems in a timely manner. Computer literacy with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management and database applications. Apply Save job Back to search result SVG Internal job portal Current employees must apply through the internal job portal (link is external) . 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The Project Manager I leads and coordinates all aspects of departmental projects to ensure deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Key duties include establishing project charters, tracking metrics, and providing guidance to project staff and stakeholders.

Requires a Master's degree in Health Services Administration, Business Administration, or a related field with at least five years of recent project management experience. A PMP designation and comprehensive knowledge of project management methodologies are highly valued.

• Problem solvingPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Budget Monitoring
• Risk Mitigation
• Project Planning
• Facilitation
• Negotiation
• Conflict Resolution
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Computer Literacy
• Project Charter Development

• Management & Leadership
• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level