Project Manager

This is for 1 (one) full-time permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

At Energy, Mines and Resources (EMR), we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, managed in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of our clients.

The Assessment and Abandoned Mines (AAM) branch of EMR leads and directs the management and remediation of abandoned mines in the Yukon. Effectively delivering this service to the people of the Yukon requires commitment to the highest levels of professionalism. Our work is focused on environmental protection, health and safety, effective project delivery and sound financial planning.

Our Project Managers are responsible for leading and delivering a variety of projects on remote abandoned mine sites where protection of receiving waters is of vital importance. We are looking for a highly motivated and committed individual who has proven experience in project management and the ability to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Collaboration within our multidisciplinary team is critical to our success and therefore the ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

For more information about this position, please contact Ryan Hennessey, Manager, Type II, at [email protected].

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Lindsay Moldowan, Human Resource Consultant II, at [email protected].

Please do not email resumes to either of these addresses; resumes may only be accepted through e-recruitment. If you need technical support submitting your application/resume, please contact [email protected].

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Visit our website on how to write your resume when applying on Yukon government jobs. Please note, selection for further considerations will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions. A cover letter is not required.

• Experience managing projects in a natural resource capacity;
• Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support operational objectives and/or regulatory compliance;
• Degree in engineering, science, environmental science, or a related field would be an asset; and
• Experience implementing projects on active or abandoned mine sites, or other complex industrial, environmental, remediation, or construction sites would be an asset.

Candidates who have a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• excellent interpersonal skills
• ability to clearly and effectively communicate and build relationships with a diverse complement of project team members and stakeholders
• ability to produce effective results under tight timelines and shifting priorities
• organizational and analytical skills
• strong attention to detail

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 Driver's License

Job Requirements: Travel within and outside Yukon Territory