Team Leader, Programs

Join to apply for the Team Leader, Programs role at Defence Construction Canada . Posted 4 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants. Job Details Who can apply? Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public) Salary range: $91,826 - $119,370 Employment status: Continuing Term length: (not specified) Security level: Secret Language requirement: Bilingual Mandatory Closing date: 14/11/2025 Country: Canada The Team Leader, Programs, ensures the quality of service delivery within multiple service lines for a small to medium-size program. The incumbent ensures compliance with service line policies and procedures and manages risks within contracts. The incumbent leads a team of professionals and manages the human resources responsibilities for the team. The incumbent also manages the Client‑Partner relationship. The incumbent develops creative solutions and ensures the team is focused on collaboration, and quality and timeliness of deliverables. Key and Periodic Activities Assist the Site Manager in developing and managing the business unit financial aspects (e.g. prepare and track budget, carry out financial reporting, monitor key performance indicators, allocate hours on service level arrangements) Manage operations of a program for multiple service lines (e.g. service level arrangements, contract management, quality assurance plans, budgets, reporting) Assist in developing service level arrangements to meet Client‑Partner requirements Facilitate coordination between stakeholders related to contracts (e.g. contractors, consultants, Client‑Partners) Promote and manage business development opportunities Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client‑Partners and/or stakeholders Ensure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client‑Partner expectations Manage risk Perform human resources functions (e.g. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources, and manage performance) Other Duties Other duties as assigned Skills Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in construction, engineering, architecture or environmental services Best practices and trends in financial management and human resources management Project, contract and risk management principles Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience Minimum: college diploma in engineering, architecture or related field with five years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent Preferred: university degree in one of the above fields and/or related designations Abilities Use applicable computer software and operating systems Apply project, contract and risk management techniques Demonstrate leadership and human resources management skills Development and Leadership Lead and manage direct reports Provide functional direction and advice to other employees and the Client‑Partners Working Conditions Typical office environment with occasional travel Some work may be located on environmental or construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipment Benefits Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary. Health and Wellness 100% employer‑paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans Home and Family Life, accidental‑death, and short‑term disability insurance Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program Maternity and parental leave top‑up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home Leave and Retirement Public‑service pension Comprehensive vacation and other paid‑leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans Eligibility To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance. Security Clearance Security clearance process details: Minimum reliability clearance requires 5 years of verifiable background information. Secret clearance requires 10 years of verifiable background information. Process includes reference inquiries, verifications of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required). May require fingerprints. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates or employees considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as, but not limited to: criminal record checks reference checks previous employment open source checks credit/financial status DCC Code of Business Conduct DCC’s Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President’s Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the annual update once a year. Diversity and Inclusion Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information. Accommodations DCC’s goal is to provide barrier‑free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email . #J-18808-Ljbffr