Program Manager, Capital Projects - Minor

Program Manager, Capital Projects – MinorAs a Program Manager, Capital Projects - Minor with Covenant Health's Capital Management team, you will provide leadership and oversight for a provincial Project Management Office (PMO) responsible for delivering minor capital, infrastructure renewal, modernization, and operational improvement projects across Covenant Health facilities throughout Alberta.Reporting to the Corporate Director, Capital Management, you will lead a team of project professionals and be accountable for portfolio performance, project governance, resource planning, stakeholder engagement, and the consistent application of project management practices. Through leadership, mentorship, and support of project managers and project staff, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, effectively, within scope, on schedule, and within approved budgets.Working closely with operational leaders, clinicians, support services, consultants, contractors, and external partners, you will provide strategic direction and leadership to support project delivery while balancing organizational priorities, operational requirements, and regulatory obligations. You will foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence while building project management capability across the organization.This is an exciting opportunity to influence infrastructure investments and project delivery across Covenant Health, supporting safe, sustainable, and effective care environments for patients, residents, staff, physicians, volunteers, and visitors. Periodic travel throughout Alberta is required to support stakeholder engagement, portfolio oversight, team leadership, and project delivery activities.Travel is required, and may include the use of a personal vehicle. A standard driver’s abstract may also be required for use of corporate lease vehicles.
Description:The Program Manager, Capital Projects - Minor leads Covenant Health's Project Management Office (PMO) for minor capital, infrastructure renewal, and modernization projects across Alberta. Reporting to the Corporate Director, Capital Management, the position provides leadership to a provincial team of project professionals and is accountable for portfolio performance, project governance, resource planning, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery standards.The Program Manager oversees projects typically valued under $5 million, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations. Through leadership and mentorship of project managers and project staff, the role provides strategic direction, manages risks and escalated issues, and supports successful project outcomes.Working with operational leaders, clinicians, consultants, contractors, and support departments, the Program Manager ensures projects align with organizational priorities and operational needs. The position promotes employee development, continuous improvement, and service excellence while building project management capability across the organization. Periodic travel throughout Alberta is required.This position is non-unionized.
Classification:
Manager
Union:
COV OUT OF SCOPE
Unit and Program:
Capital Projects, Minor
Primary Location:
One Twelve Campus
Location Details:
Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
Temporary Employee Class:
Temp F/T Benefits
FTE:
1.00
Posting End Date:
13-NOV-2026
Date Available:
30-NOV-2026
Temporary End Date:
30-NOV-2027
Length of Shift in weeks:
2
Shifts per cycle:
10
Shift Pattern:
Days
Days Off:
Saturday/Sunday
Minimum Hourly Salary:
$50.20
Maximum Hourly Salary:
$75.30
Vehicle Requirement:
Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Classification:
Manager
Union:
COV OUT OF SCOPE
Unit and Program:
Capital Projects, Minor
Primary Location:
One Twelve Campus
Location Details:
Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
Temporary Employee Class:
Temp F/T Benefits
FTE:
1.00
Posting End Date:
13-NOV-2026
Date Available:
30-NOV-2026
Temporary End Date:
30-NOV-2027
Hours per Shift:
7.75
Length of Shift in weeks:
2
Shifts per cycle:
10
Shift Pattern:
Days
Days Off:
Saturday/Sunday
Minimum Hourly Salary:
$50.20
Maximum Hourly Salary:
$75.30
Vehicle Requirement:
Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Technology, Project Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline. Equivalencies will be considered, including a diploma in a related field, a recognized Journeyperson Trade Certificate, Power Engineering Certificate, or other relevant technical designation combined with progressively responsible project management and leadership experience.Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience leading capital, infrastructure, facility renewal, construction, healthcare, maintenance, or operational improvement projects, including experience managing projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.Minimum two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience, including coaching, mentoring, and supporting project staff, contractors, consultants, or multidisciplinary teams.Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and organizational change management. Experience managing multiple concurrent projects within a complex organizational environment is required.
Additional Required QualificationsAs Required.
Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of building infrastructure systems, facility lifecycle planning, and capital investment strategies. Experience supporting infrastructure renewal or modernization projects in complex, multi-site environments. Familiarity with commissioning, infection prevention and control (IPC), healthcare accreditation requirements, and organizational change initiatives. PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification is considered an asset. Strong stakeholder relationship-building skills.
Hiring RequirementsThe following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the DifferenceCovenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.
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Covenant Zone, Edmonton, One Twelve Campus
Covenant Zone, Edmonton, One Twelve Campus
Covenant Zone, Edmonton, One Twelve Campus
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