Project Director - Whitehorse General Hospital Expansion Planning - Term Full Time

Term Full Time - (1.0 FTE)

November 4, 2026 to March 31, 2028 (with possibility of extension)

This position has an annual salary pay range of $144,923.00 - $181,154.28

(Management/Excluded - Group 1)

Reporting to the Executive Director, Corporate Services, the position directs the project from planning into design and construction, working closely with clinical and operational leaders, physicians, Facilities, IT, Infection Prevention and Control, Infrastructure BC, consultants, Government of Yukon, and others to support the next expansion to Whitehorse General Hospital. It manages scope, schedule, budget, risk and quality, and coordinates the work of consultants including architects, engineers, contractors, cost consultants and internal stakeholders.

The Project Director is accountable for delivering planning for an expanded facility that meets clinical, operational, regulatory and accessibility requirements while leading the interface with the contractor to keep hospital services safe and uninterrupted during construction. The position also supports meaningful engagement with Yukon First Nations, so the new spaces reflect the communities Yukon Hospital Corporation (YHC) serves. The position’s work has a direct impact on YHC’s capacity to meet growing demand for care in the territory.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• In-depth knowledge of capital project management principles and practices, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality and change management across the full project lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience leading large, complex capital or construction projects, preferably in an operating healthcare or institutional facility.
• Knowledge of construction delivery models, procurement processes, contract administration and claims management (e.g., CCDC contracts, design-build, construction management).

• Knowledge of healthcare facility design and construction standards, including CSA Z8000, Infection Prevention and Control during construction, building codes and accessibility requirements.

• Experience developing and managing multi-year capital budgets, cash flow forecasts and funding reports.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to direct consultants, contractors and project staff, set priorities and hold parties accountable to contractual obligations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills, including the ability to translate clinical and operational needs into functional and technical requirements. Experience working with a variety of health care providers is considered an asset.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present reports, briefing notes and recommendations to senior leadership, the Board and government partners.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment in resolving design, construction and contractual issues.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and critical deadlines in a complex, highly regulated environment.
• Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity, and a commitment to working respectfully with Yukon First Nations.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or a related field. Significant, progressive experience in capital project management is also required, including leading major projects from planning through to commissioning and occupancy. Management experience, including leading project teams and managing consultants and contractors . A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation, P.Eng., or professional architect registration is considered an asset. Experience with major hospital expansion or redevelopment projects in an occupied facility, experience with northern or remote construction, and experience with transition planning and operational commissioning are desired.

Incentives

• Generous Vacation Time
• Annual Yukon Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Relocation Allowance
• Pension Plan
• On-site Gym
• Free Parking

Closing Date: 4:00pm November 18, 2026