Project Officer - DLCP

Position Overview

Department Led Capital Projects (DLCP), which is administratively housed within Shared Health, delivers major healthcare infrastructure projects across the Province of Manitoba. New projects in the portfolio include the Victoria Hospital Redevelopment, Park Manor Care Home Personal Care Home Expansion, Arborg Personal Care Home, and CancerCare Manitoba new 2nd Building. These new projects in the DLCP portfolio meet certain criteria, making them eligible for inclusion in the Manitoba Jobs Agreement (MJA). Learn more about the Manitoba Jobs Agreement here:

DLCP immediately requires a Shared Health Site Representative for all MJA-inclusive projects to manage project information and issues; manage agreements; support Shared-Health related MJA project communications; issue and track the completion, execution, and delivery of relevant documentation; coordinate and manage meetings. The Shared Health Site Representative will work with multiple stakeholders of varying professional backgrounds to problem-solve issues efficiently, effectively, and respectfully. In addition, this position researches, analyzes, and prepares government update documents as required relative to any initiatives where Manitoba Jobs Agreements is applied.

The ideal candidate for this role is positive and team oriented. The position reports to the DLCP Senior Project Director with workflow coordination and collaborates with external stakeholders in the Province and Labour Union council. It requires professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured and detail-oriented manner.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in administration, contract coordination, or project support.
• Experience within a construction, labour, or government environment preferred.
• Experience supporting large capital projects over $50M.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Public Administration and/or Project management involving capital infrastructure.
• A relevant combination of education (ex. economics, finance, other) and experience may be considered.
• Certificate of completion of recognized Canadian Indigenous Cultural Safety Awareness training program is mandatory.
• Project Management Professional Certification is considered an asset.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong organizational and documentation management skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting professional multi-disciplinary teams comprised of resources with a wide spectrum of experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Values and respects a collaborative team approach, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders to uncover optimal solutions while maintaining individual accountability for assigned tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative including the ability to work with minimal supervision and independently manage projects.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and Visio.
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders and drive consensus.
• Experience in conflict resolution and/or change management is preferred.
• Knowledge of Manitoba labour laws and workplace regulations is preferred.
• Understanding of the application of construction contract law, CCDC documents, and public tendering practices as well as other applicable legislation, policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to work extended hours.
• Periodic travel throughout Manitoba may be required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.