PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVERCLOSES: Open Until FilledJoin the Strategic Projects Office (SPO) - Ta na wa Shéway I7xw ta Úxwumixw (Planning & Capital Projects) as a Project Manager, Capital & Infrastructure Projects, a key role dedicated to advancing the Squamish Nation's long-term goals through the planning, development, and delivery of major capital projects. In this role, you will steward Nation-wide capital and infrastructure initiatives aligned with the 25-year Generational Plan and the Integrated Development Strategy (IDS), supporting housing, facilities, land development, and strategic capital investments.
You will contribute to building a strong, safe, and sustainable future for Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw by integrating project management excellence, community values, and collaborative planning into every stage of major project development. This role is ideal for a highly organized, relationship-driven, adaptable professional committed to Squamish values and to delivering projects that uplift community well-being.
What You'll Do- Support the execution of Nation-wide capital and infrastructure projects that contribute to capital plan and IDS development goals.
- Manage project scopes, timelines, costs, and change-management requirements, ensuring consistent progress tracking and reporting.
- Ensure capital and infrastructure projects align with the Capital Planning and Projects Policy and Squamish Nation values.
- Develop and implement detailed project execution plans for internal and external projects.
- Establish annual work plans for approved capital and infrastructure projects and guide short-term project teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Prepare all required project documentation including drawings, specifications, charters, governance plans, communication plans, and risk/issue management documents.
- Track project status, identify risks and obstacles, and recommend and implement corrective action plans.
- Build and maintain relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, community partners, and government stakeholders.
- Answer inquiries, provide project information to departments and community members, and represent the Nation in both internal and external meetings.
- Participate in negotiating proposals and contracts when required.
- Support selection of project teams and development of Terms of Reference.
- Establish project launch schedules, timelines, and rollout plans.
- Support the development of standardized frameworks, policies, and guidelines for capital and infrastructure planning.
- Authorize cheque requisitions for approved contract work.
- Evaluate divisional performance and help develop action plans addressing identified gaps.
- Oversee environmental contamination and site-remediation projects, including liaising with Indigenous Services Canada to secure funding and ensure compliance.
- Perform additional duties as required to support Planning & Capital Projects.
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Planning, or a related field.
- Certificate in Project Management (required).
- Willingness to complete additional specialized training in budgeting, forecasting, facility planning, construction project management, and related areas.
- 4-5 years of related experience in areas such as architecture, urban design, project planning, facility management, construction management, budgeting, and reporting.
- Experience in both private and public sectors with demonstrated project management expertise.
- Proficiency with MS Office and large-scale database systems; JD Edwards experience considered an asset.
- Experience working in a First Nations community preferred.
- Equivalent combination: Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 6-7 years of relevant experience may be considered.
- Relationship-centered approach with the ability to synthesize diverse perspectives.
- Strong ability to communicate complex information to various audiences with diplomacy.
- Ability to maintain composure and adapt in high-pressure situations.
Salary: $80,026 - $120,040
Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.
#IND