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Director, Public Works & Infrastructure

  • Yellowknife, NT
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 19, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Oct 15, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Director

Job summary

The Director is responsible for the effective management of all public works and infrastructure for YKDFN. This includes overseeing infrastructure planning, financial and policy implementation, and community projects.

Job details

Description Under the authority of the YKDFN Government Chiefs and Council and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director is directly responsible for the effective and efficient management of all aspects of public works and infrastructure for YKDFN. This includes, but is not limited to, infrastructure planning and development, financial and policy development and implementation, and community projects. This position is located in the community of Dettah, Monday to Friday. Typically, The Above Qualifications Would Be Attained By A degree in Engineering/Public Works or related degree and 2 years’ management experience; or a related diploma and 4 years’ management experience; or Equivalent combination of 5 years’ work experience in a senior management position with relevant training and education will be considered. Project Management Certification is preferred, but not mandatory. Valid Class ‘5’ Driver’s License and own personal vehicle. A detailed Job Description for this position is available upon request. The Yellowknives Dene First Nation offers a competitive base wage plus Northern Travel Allowance with excellent comprehensive group pension and insurance coverage benefits, along with a fun work environment with exceptional diverse cultural oriented people. To be considered, a cover letter and resume must be submitted to the Human Resources office and will remain open until filled.

What you’ll do

The Director is responsible for the effective management of all public works and infrastructure for YKDFN. This includes overseeing infrastructure planning, financial and policy implementation, and community projects.

Requirements

Candidates need a degree in Engineering/Public Works with 2 years of management experience, or a related diploma with 4 years of experience. A valid Class 5 driver's license and personal vehicle are required, while Project Management Certification is preferred.

Benefits

  • Northern Travel Allowance
  • Group Pension
  • Insurance Coverage

Listed skills

  • Policy development · Preferred
  • Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Infrastructure Development
  • Financial Management
  • Policy Development
  • Project Management
  • Public Works Management
  • Community Project Management

Job areas

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