Project Manager

JOB POSTING

Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

POSITION TITLE: Project Manager

DEPARTMENT: Planning and Engineering

SUPERVISOR: Planning and Engineering Manager

TERMS: Full-Time, Permanent

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Purpose of Position:

Reporting to the Planning & Engineering Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for managing the development and implementation of capital projects. The Project Manager ensures that community projects are completed successfully on time, on budget, and in accordance with TteS objectives.

The Project Manager supports the development management of Le Estcwicwéy̓ Residential School and other community projects. The Project Manager oversees and provides leadership to project staff and is accountable for the planning, development, and implementation of capital projects from conception to construction completion, and through to being fully operational.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities: (95%)

• Work to ensure that all proposed developments are undertaken in a professional and planned manner, and that all projects follow the established guidelines, policies and by-laws.
• Lead project initiation with a critical eye to feasibility. Develop a detailed plan to monitor and track the progress.
• Monitor progress and make adjustments. Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
• Lead the implementation of successful proposals
• Assist TteS client departments to clarify their objectives and resources
• Assist TteS client departments to develop their business case
• Ensure that the contractual structure among the development partners reflects the business case
• Assemble and co-ordinate the development team including tendering and contract preparation
• Accountable for procurement and contract management, budget control, and quality assurance. Negotiate contracts and revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements.
• Manage project workflow
• Manage relationships and coordinate with stakeholders, and project team for the flawless execution of projects.
• Coordinate and/or obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
• Coordinate and document construction lending requirements and working liaising with Indigenous Services Canada, First Nations Health Authority, and other funding agencies.
• Develop, monitor and update the project scope, budget and schedule.
• Complete monthly project reporting including change order management and quality assurance.
• Oversee all aspects of projects including setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and summarizing progress of project. Prepare reports for leadership regarding status of projects.
• Ensure that project milestones are achieved and documented
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and prepare detailed reports. Provide project updates on a consistent basis to leadership and various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
• Perform risk management analysis to reduce project risks. Report and escalate issues as and when needed.
• Facilitate regular project meetings
• Assist the development team to resolve conflicting objectives
• Coordinating community consultation events and engagement.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of TteS administrative systems and procedures
• Provide leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals founded on Secwépemc protocols, practices, and worldviews.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with TteS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Awareness of reconciliation and application of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Canada - in all aspects of work with TteS.
• Maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of TteS.

Other related duties as necessary (5%)

Professional Certification, Education and Experience:

• A post-secondary degree/diploma in a technical or related field

(management/business, real estate, building design, finance, urban planning, and/or engineering, etc)

• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or equivalent certification is an asset

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in project development and management

• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Drivers Licence.

• Progressive and proven experience with construction project management representing owners.

• Knowledge of the construction, appraisal, feasibility analysis, community consultation and municipal development approval processes

• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing demands simultaneously

• Client focused and able to negotiate and resolve conflict

• Knowledge of government funding mechanisms and approval processes

Financial Responsibility:

Budgeting and Cost Control: Develops and manages operating and project budgets, including estimating costs, tracking expenses, and making adjustments as necessary. Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising the quality of work.

This position oversees TteS Residential School capital project budgets of approximately $10 million or more. Including:

• Healing Centre

• Kamloops Indian Residential School Renovation

• New Administration Building

• Elders Lodge

• Museum

• Heritage Park

Supervision or Training Duties:

Provides team leadership: Fosters a positive work environment, promotes teamwork, and maintains high standards of workmanship. Provides on-the-job mentorship to project team members where necessary.

Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communications, leadership, time-management, and organizational skills with the ability to negotiate and influence others and successfully provide solutions to a variety of client, project, and technical requests.

• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and resource management.

• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work, and develop systems.

• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to the environment.

• Self-motivated, and reliable.

• Strong attention to detail, organized, with excellent written and verbal communication=

• Strong sense of accountability to results, with the willingness to seek assistance when required in a timely manner.

• Proactive, positive, and creative problem solver and solution seeker.

• Friendly, collaborative team-player with a focus on productive outcomes.

• Possesses excellent people skills.

• Strong ethics and knowledge of confidentiality.

• Experience working with First Nations communities, organizations and programs

• Strong knowledge of Secwepemc protocols, practices, and worldviews.

• It is expected that all TteS employees be willing to continuously upgrade their skills and knowledge, and to further their formal training.

An acceptable equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Benefits:

• Extended health, dental, and vision
• 7.6% Registered Pension Plan (RPP) matching and Life insurance

HOURS OF WORK: Normal Day shifts – 7 hours. Non-normal shifts may be required.

PAY GRADE: $30.53-$44.89/hour depending on education & experience

Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, it is TteS Policy to practice preferential hiring for Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

Deadline for the Job posting is October 29, 2025 by 2:00pm

Submit Job Application Form, cover letter, resume, and references

online:

or at our Human Resources office #320 Chief Alex Thomas Way.

Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm &

closed for lunch from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

We require each applicant to fill out

an online application form which can be found at:

Any late submissions or submissions without the job application form will not be considered.