Specialist, Project Management and Planning (Targeted Funding)

Position #: 9011541
Expected Start Date: October 02, 2026
Union: OOS
Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Fund Program
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: Yes
Job Description: Project Management and Planning Specialists support SHA by delivering planning and project management services, including scope development, budgeting, risk analysis, scheduling, design review, and financial tracking. They manage projects ranging from $200K to over $100M, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client-centred care. They integrate service delivery needs into design, translate user requirements into technical plans, and communicate between leadership, medical staff, and project teams. Acting as the owner’s representative, they lead construction projects, oversee quality and compliance, maintain records, and foster collaboration across departments and partners while promoting a positive, innovative work environment.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education

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

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

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

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Critical thinking skills
• Analytical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

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