Regional Manager, Projects

Department Information

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies.

INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

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The Regional Manager, Projects position is located in Hay River and will manage a team of technologist/technicians providing project management to client departments, boards or other agencies, for the planning, design and construction of municipal works, fuel storage facilities, buildings and other Capital projects in the South Slave and Deh Cho regions.

• Knowledge of project management process in a northern environment
• Negotiating skills to manage large complex projects and deal with contractors and consultants.
• Must possess excellent estimating and financial skills to develop and control budgets for Capital and O&M projects.
• Decision making and problem-solving skills to solve and initiate corrective action to problems encountered during the project management process.

Degree in Engineering or Architecture with 5 years of experience in project management, one of which would include supervisory experience.

• Masters in Engineering or Architecture with 3 years of experience in project management, one of which would include supervisory experience.
• Diploma in Engineering or Architecture with 7 years of experience in project management, one of which would include supervisory experience.

Inquiries Only:

• Hay River HR Client Service Centre
• Department of Finance
• Government of the Northwest Territories
• 209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
• HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
• Tel

Note:

If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening  # 27945

Closing Date:
June 22, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

The salary range for this position is from $71.44 per hour to $85.33 per hour (approximately $139,308 - $166,394.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $4,538.

For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit Preparing Your Application.