Program Manager

Recruitment Details
Program Manager
Department:
Innovation & Technology

Designated Work Location:
510 Main Street; Remote with designated work location

Position Type:
Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work:
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary:
$94, $127,322.60 annually, W.A.P.S.O. Grade 6

Employee Group:
W.A.P.S.O.

Posting No.: 126631
Closing Date: January 21, 2026
Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self- declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Women and Persons with Disabilities.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile
Under the general direction of the Senior Manager, Asset and Investment Management , the Program Manager provides leadership and guidance in the execution of projects and initiatives through an integrated multi-disciplinary team approach that strives for innovation, excellence and efficiency. This position typically has a number of resources assigned to support investment decisions and project delivery. The types of Projects may include, but are not limited to innovation and technology . You will manage projects throughout the project's life-cycle and ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning.

The Program Manager will develop investment plans with defined service outcomes within a specific service area. The program Manager will lead, facilitate, coordinate, and provide direction, monitoring and oversight activity for those investments to ensure that the benefits of the investment are realized in an efficient and effective manner. This position is expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The Program Manager will work closely with the Manager of the AMO to ensure that investment of funds align with work outcomes and that the benefits align with the Business Owner expectations.

This position focuses on investments within a specific service area and investments that realize similar benefits.

As The Project Manager, Your Duties Will Include

• Develop investment plans for a specific Service area.
• Provide project management leadership, expertise and guidance to direct reports to successfully complete and/or implement projects and departmental initiatives, while achieving the benefits of the investment.
• Manage the overall program procurement process which includes solicitation and contract administration tasks.
• Provide ongoing collection and dissemination of project information.
• Develop Business Cases per the investment planning manual.
• Manage the Design Management process.
• Coordinate and oversee the Project Turnover process.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Bachelor's Degree in public sector management, computer science, architecture, commerce, civil technology/engineering or finance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Master's degree in Project Management would be desirable.
• Successful completion of the associated professional designations in addition to the education listed above would be an asset including obtaining a P.Eng., C.E.T/A.Sc.T, MRAIC, CMA, CGA, MBA, CA, or CPA.
• Attainment of a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation/Prince II certification and certification in Asset Management, and ADKAR at the time of hire is desirable. Applicants who have not yet attained these certifications would be required to obtain within a 6 year timeframe.
• Certificate in Quality Management would be considered an asset.
• Minimum of 8-10years' experience related to the duties listed above in Asset Management including Investment Planning and Project Delivery, preferably in a public sector environment.
• Knowledge in the industry sector that is applicable to the department that position will reside in.
• Experience with strategic planning at a senior level, including managing complex organizational change and determining and setting priorities based on organizational mandates and initiatives.
• Experience providing strategic advice, leadership and guidance to Senior Management on multiple projects/programs including complex capital projects.
• Previous success leading large-scale change initiatives, navigating complex environments and influencing desirable outcomes through positive and collaborative relationship management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint) including experience with Project Management Systems such as Microsoft Project or similar/equivalent software.
• Supervisory experience including planning, organizing, directing, motivating and managing professional and administrative staff.
• Proven ability to deliver presentations and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated commitment towards continuous learning, growth, and the achievement of high performance.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to set priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Experience in a municipal environment would be considered an asset.
• Comprehensive understanding of the City's political and administrative structure and its strategic goals and policies.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit
• Must have the ability to travel within Winnipeg.

How To Apply
APPLY
ONLINE
, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes
Online applications can be submitted at . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 .

Position Reports To: Program Manager, Asset and Investment Management (AIM)

• *In accordance with Article 4, an employee who enters the bargaining unit on or after the date of ratification [October 29, 2020] shall be placed on Schedule A-2.

Employees of the bargaining unit who are on Schedule A-2 at the time of ratification will continue to be paid in accordance with Schedule A-2. Employees of the bargaining unit who are on Schedule A-1 at the time of ratification will continue to be paid in accordance with Schedule A-1 until they are the successful applicant to a position at a higher Administrative Salary Level (Grade) or they (or the Association on their behalf) initiate a successful reclassification to a higher Administrative Salary Level (Grade) in which case they will be placed on Schedule A-2 and subsequently follow article 25-2 (Position Evaluation - Treatment of Incumbents).

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.