Senior Project Manager, Planning

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: Non-union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: 67 College Street
Department: Planning, FM-PRO (Facilities Management – Planning, Redevelopment and Operations)
Reports to: Director, Project Planning
Salary Range: $109,162 - $159,162 annually
Hours: hours per week
Status: Permanent Full-time
Closing Date: August 21, 2026

Position Summary
University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Senior Project Manager in our Planning Department.

As an integral member of the Facilities Management, Planning, Redevelopment and Operations (FM-PRO) department and under the direction of the Director, Project Planning, the SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER, PROJECT PLANNING takes a leadership role in the management, organization and orchestration of all aspects of planning for renovation projects within their portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with the FM-PRO Leadership, UHN Executive Project Sponsors and Staff to develop and plan complex, multi-divisional and/or large-scale renovation projects with a high level of dependencies with other capital project initiatives as prioritized by the organization.

The Senior Project Manager will lead multidisciplinary teams throughout the project development and planning phases, frequently engaging the Ministry of Health (MOH) and coordinating internal and external stakeholder oversight and collaboration. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing projects from initial concept through detailed design, and will actively engage the Redevelopment team from the earliest stages to ensure a seamless transition for project implementation.

Duties

• Lead and drive the planning phase of complex and/or large scale renovation projects, including development and approval of project scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Develop and implement strategies to manage user group planning processes effectively.
• Act as the primary liaison between UHN Stakeholders and Consultant teams to ensure efficient and accurate information exchange.
• Perform financial management activities, including project budgeting, cost tracking, and cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare, review, and maintain project documentations, including contracts.
• Hire and supervise Consultants, ensuring alignment with project objectives. Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with Consultants.
• Review and perform quality control of design documents submitted by Consultants.
• Develop and implement strategies for risk mitigation and resolution throughout the project planning phase.
• Compile and archive project documentations at the end of the planning phase, including documentation of lessons learned.
• Collaborate with the Redevelopment team to ensure smooth handover from planning to implementation.
• Managing all aspects of human resources for a team of 1-3 direct reports.
• Perform administrative tasks to support efficient departmental operations.
• Execute cross-functional responsibilities as assigned.
• Undertake other duties consistent with the role as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Administration, Architecture, Engineering, Design Technology, or an equivalent recognized discipline.
• Graduate level studies in Project Management, Business Administration or other Management highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Architectural, Engineering, or Project Management within the health or public sector, orhealthcare program and strategic project management.
• Minimum of 7 years related experience in space planning, functional planning, health care design or project delivery in health care or mission-critical industry required.
• Proven ability to coordinate and facilitate multi-stakeholder meetings, including preparing agendas, presentation materials, and meeting minutes.
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in project management tools.
• Knowledge of building codes and standards applicable to acute healthcare environments (asset).
• Familiarity with OAA and CCDC contract frameworks (asset).
• PMP certification (asset).
• Experience with Ministry of Health (MOH) Capital Planning processes (asset).
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities, including task prioritization.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality reports and meet strict deadlines.

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.