Chief Project Officer, and Executive Director, Capital Planning and Projects

Come work as a Chief Project Officer, and Executive Director, Capital Planning and Projects with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Chief Project Officer, and Executive Director, Capital Planning and Projects to join the team.

Reporting to the Executive Facilities Officer for Facilities and Real Estate, the Chief Project Officer and Executive Director is responsible/accountable for a regional or Community of Care portfolio of planning, projects and real estate priorities. Through co-developing the strategic plan and leading the development site specific master plans for a regional portfolio of real estate, to developing, leading and implementing large-scale capital projects for a regional or Community of Care at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) (a portfolio in excess of $500M of Capital Projects), overseeing the planning processes, establishing guiding principles, overseeing clinical and facilities design and construction, ensure the vision established for the designated Community of Care is met for the organization, its patients, care providers and local communities.

Duties include the planning, deployment, and evaluation of related physical, financial and human resources, in support of the strategic and operational needs of the organization and making decisions involving the Strategic Planning Partners, Project Contractors, Regional Hospital Districts (where present), and Developers. Specific Capital Projects arising may include multiple phases and delivery methods, Public Private Partnerships (P3), Design-Build (DB), Construction Management (CM) and Design-Bid-Build/Stipulated Sum.

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As a Chief Project Officer, and Executive Director, Capital Planning and Projects with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Responsible for effective and timely discharge of the organization's responsibilities, as set out in the Business Plan and other agreements; responsible for the quality and management of project planning for the Strategic/Master Plans and Capital Projects by overseeing and directing the planning of programs/services including the planning of construction processes; ensures appropriate project management plan in developed, maintained and implemented; utilizes established methods and tools and uses the Project to further develop new Facilities and Project Planning approaches to risk, quality and reliability of project delivery and stewardship innovations.
• In conjunction with the Community of Care, develop an integrated strategic facility plan for the region and site specific master plans for each facility aligned with the Community of Care's strategic vision, mission, and goals.
• Approve all requests for scope revisions according to established signing authority, governance, project management, health authority and project board requirements by consulting with the partners and senior executives on such decisions; oversees and coordinates the development and reporting of building specifications, service and program requirements, equipment specifications, information systems and technology requirement to support the Project.
• Oversee the management of financial resources to meet initiatives, goals, targets of the strategic and operating plans; ensure short and long term planning occurs to effectively plan and implement both operating and capital expenditures; initiates current and future program/service adjustments; provides overall leadership, direction and supervision of assigned team members.
• Ensure effective interface with Community of Care Senior Leadership, Program Directors, User Groups and other organizational leadership and professionals to deliver effective input into all stages of the Project; ensures all legal, financial and operational activities are consistent and compatible with the organization's requirements.
• Support the Community of Care Executive and Project teams in the development of long range facility plans, projects, and procurement of contractors to deliver Capital Projects integrated with and supportive of various Facilities and Real Estate functions and mandate; leads assigned resources in the development of best practice clinical plans for the new facilities in order to maximize their clinical functionality; contributes to and reviews the Project-led design development process for the facility; develops operational plans for clinical service delivery within the new facilities; develops and implements commissioning and move-in plans for new and existing clinical and clinical support programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Master's Degree in Business Administration or a related field, supplemented with ten (10) to fifteen (15) years' recent related experience in progressively more complex and senior management/leadership roles in a large complex health care organization including five (5) years' recent, relevant experience as a Chief Project Officer responsible for managing large, complex capital projects, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other related accounting procedures/principles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, direct and implement processes.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, manage and mitigate risk.
• Ability to identify, plan and direct work assignments.
• Ability to supervise and provide direction to others.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain rapport with internal and external partner/partners.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize functions to meet tight and evolving timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment subject to continuous change.
• Ability to develop and maintain rapport with internal and external partner/partners.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Shared Values

You care for everyone:

• You're compassionate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of others.
• You are respectful, treating people as equals, and valuing others' perspectives and differences.
• You are appreciative of others' efforts and give them praise when it's due.

You are always learning:

• You are open minded, always receptive to different perspectives and ways of doing things.
• You are curious and ask questions to find a deeper understanding.
• You share your expertise and mentor others by sharing your knowledge and experience.

You strive for better results:

• You are accountable, and take responsibility for what you say, what you do, and who you engage in achieving better results.
• You're a solution finder, empowered to solve the challenges we face in healthcare.

You take ownership for growth and development and personal development, always seek feedback and opportunities to improve how we do things.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Harleen Dastur-Randhawa, Manager Talent Acquisition at

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health, and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams, and inclusive environments, which are integral to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.