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Join to apply for the Project Director role at Government of AlbertaJoin to apply for the Project Director role at Government of AlbertaJob InformationJob Title: Project DirectorJob Requisition ID: 72111Ministry: Transportation and Economic CorridorsLocation: CalgaryFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: June 17, 2025Classification: Senior Manager 2Salary: $4,402.49 to $5,590.52 bi-weekly ($114,905 - $145,913 /year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: and Economic Corridors (TEC) is a centre of excellence for transportation in North America. We contribute to Alberta's prosperity and quality of life by providing and supporting a safe, innovative and sustainable provincial transportation system and water management infrastructure. With Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, you can engage in a fulfilling career with diverse room to grow. We believe in building careers, providing opportunities for growth within the organization, and striving to provide our staff with a work-life balance including reasonable hours of work to ensure time with family and to accommodate outside interests.The Ministry Promotes a Vital And Diverse Economy ByManaging transportation safetySupporting municipalities with public transportation and water/wastewater facilitiesExpanding and enhancing a well-integrated transportation system and enabling market accessPreserving and developing the provincial highway network and water management infrastructureFor more information, visit the Future of Albertas Infrastructure Make Your Mark on Major Transportation ProjectsAre you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping Albertas transportation future? This is your opportunity to lead the execution of high-impact infrastructure initiatives like the Deerfoot Trail upgrades and Highway 8 twinning. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership and a key player in multi-billion-dollar capital programs, you will drive progress, inspire teams, and deliver results that directly improve how Albertans move and connect. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and excel at building consensus among complex stakeholders, this is your chance to lead projects that matter.About The RoleReporting to the Executive Director, Major Capital Projects, this role leads the delivery of major urban and rural transportation construction and rehabilitation programs in and around the City of Calgary. With a focus on large-scale, complex projects using standard Design Bid Build models and alternative delivery models such as Design-Build and Public-Private Partnerships, youll oversee all facets of project executionfrom strategic planning and resource allocation to contract management and turnover to operations. As the departments Project Sponsor, you will represent TECs interests with municipalities, engineering consultants, constructors, utilities, and internal partners to ensure projects are executed on time, on budget, and to specification.Your Key Responsibilities IncludeLeading the design and construction of high-profile urban and rural transportation projectsManaging diverse contract models and proactively resolving claims and disputesOverseeing a $500M annual capital budget with strong financial controls and reportingCollaborating across departments to ensure consistency in technical standards and delivery executionSupervising and developing staff while maintaining high service standardsEngaging stakeholders to align project delivery with community and governmental prioritiesGuiding policy development and capital planning initiativesAdministering engineering consultant contracts and contributing to performance evaluationsEnsuring effective knowledge transfer and succession planning within the branch and wider departmentProviding expert advice and briefings to executive leadership and ministry representativesPlease click on this link to view the job description for this position.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies: Thinking: Observes and understands larger impact of role. Sees impact of work on organization; anticipates change in own area based on activities in other areas. Considers how own work impacts others and vice versa. Ask questions to understand broader goals. Aware of how organization adds value for clients and stakeholders.Drive for Results: Actively sets goals and remains open to advice on reaching them. Sets goals and prioritizes work. Identifies and corrects areas for improvement. Suggests actions; asks for advice when lacking information or multiples priorities. Operates within APS value system.Agility: Understands need for change and manages own emotions. Uses common sense and experience to approach ambiguous problems. Prevents emotions from affecting others negatively. Looks for information on changes. Open to new ideas and helping co-workers.Develop Networks: Maintains collegial internal relationships and understands external network. Seeks to understand perspectives and needs of others. Follows through, has integrity and respect for others. Helps and follows through. Keeps key stakeholders informed; is professional and respectful.QualificationsRequired:University degree in Civil Engineering or related, PLUS 7 years related experience or equivalent as described. Eligibility for an APEGA membershipEquivalencyDirectly related education or experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of educationFor ExampleRelated 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 10 years of experienceRelated 2-year diploma PLUS a minimum 9 years of experienceRelated minimum 11 years of experienceThe Successful Candidate MUST Also HaveProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation eligible for registration in AlbertaSignificant experience in capital project delivery, including construction and contract administrationDemonstrated success leading large, complex infrastructure projects involving multiple stakeholdersIn-depth understanding of project delivery models (P3, DB, DBB)Proven track record managing substantial capital budgets and cross-functional teamsExtensive experience in administering contracts for large and complex transportation projectsExtensive management and supervisory skills leading dynamic teamsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of contract management and administration, bridge and highway constructionAssetsExperience with transportation projects in urban environmentsFamiliarity with Alberta Transportation specifications, contract models, policies, and proceduresExperience in land acquisition, utility coordination, and environmental compliancePrior leadership role within government or consulting industry delivering public infrastructureProject Management certificateMinimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Refer to Position DetailsTerm of Employment: Permanent Full-time positionHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekLocation: CalgaryRecruitment ProcessPlease include a cover letter outlining your skills knowledge and experience as they relate to this role.Candidates may be required in a written assessment to further evaluate skills, knowledge and experienceAny costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Additional InformationIn your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.Working for the Alberta Public Service - Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - Service Benefit Information - learning and development - Alberta Public Service Careers tool .Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and a modified work schedule agreement.Leadership and mentorship programs.How To ApplyApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. 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