Specialist, Project Management and Planning (Major Projects)

Position #: 204983

Expected Start Date: September 21, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Major Capital Projects 1C - Planning

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Project Management and Planning Specialists support SHA’s Major Capital Projects portfolio by providing end-to-end planning and project management services for projects greater than $3M. The Project Management and Planning Specialists collaborate with senior leadership, Ministry partners, and stakeholders to deliver services including scope and feasibility development, budgeting and estimating, scheduling, risk analysis, design and drawing reviews, infection control planning, commissioning, reporting, approvals, and financial tracking. Major Capital Projects is also responsible for the development, purchase, delivery, and installation of Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FFE), and the development and execution of Operational Readiness Plans. The role ensures user, clinical, and operational requirements are translated into functional designs and construction documents. Specialists act as the primary liaison between management, clinicians, user groups, and project teams. They represent the owner on construction sites and maintain project and contract records to support high quality, client centred service delivery.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3 - 5 years’ experience developing and leading innovative projects.

Education

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Architectural Engineering
• Project Management certificate
• Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Interior Design

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Facilities Engineering Technology
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Analytical skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Critical thinking skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan 
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/