Manager, Capital Projects

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ministry of Mental Health and Addiction is transforming Alberta’s health system to the Alberta Recovery Model, which adopts a recovery-oriented approach for addiction and mental health. The Ministry of Mental Health and Addiction is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of Albertans by strengthening a mental health and addiction system built on compassion, practicality, and recovery. The ministry leads province‑wide efforts to help people find the right support at the right time, whether that means prevention, treatment, or ongoing recovery. By setting clear system direction and overseeing policy, funding, and capital investments, the ministry works hand‑in‑hand with Recovery Alberta, the Canadian Centre of Recovery Excellence, community organizations, and Indigenous partners to deliver services that matter. Current priorities include expanding access to care, advancing compassionate intervention, improving services for children and youth, strengthening culturally responsive Indigenous supports, and using data and evidence to drive continuous improvement. Together, this work helps create healthier individuals, stronger families, and safer, more resilient communities across Alberta. The Ministry of Mental, Health and Addictions is looking for two dynamic Managers to join their team in supporting the Ministry. The Manager Capital Projects leads a team that is responsible for implementation of capital initiatives in support of ministry and Government of Alberta (GoA) goals and priorities for the addiction and mental health system. Responsibilities focus on delivering approved capital projects, typically led by Alberta Infrastructure, from planning phase to construction and subsequently to hand-over to operations. This includes providing consolidated inputs into design of facilities from both a technical and program-focused perspective.

Requirements

University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Administration, Health Sciences, or related field with a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience related to the role; or equivalent.
Experience in capital planning, capital project delivery, infrastructure development, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience working within complex, multi-stakeholder environments, ideally in the public or broader health sector.
Experience preparing briefings, decision materials, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Proven people leadership experience or responsibility for leading teams, projects, or work units.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with or knowledge of Government of Alberta capital planning processes and governance frameworks.
Exposure to mental health, addiction, or broader health system capital initiatives.
Knowledge of GoA capital legislation, policies, or Treasury Board processes.
Experience in the planning, design, or delivery of health care facilities.
Professional designation or training related to project management, planning, finance, or infrastructure (e.g., PEng, PMP or equivalent).

Responsibilities

Leading grant and contract management related to capital initiatives and consulting services.
Developing high-quality decision documents including Requests for Decision and Minister’s briefings.
Providing expert advice on capital project delivery policies, procedures, and frameworks.
Providing strategic input into capital planning, proposal evaluation, and project prioritization.
Managing consultants supporting capital planning and delivery activities.
Monitoring approved capital projects and ensuring alignment from planning through handover to operations.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with Health Ministries, Infrastructure, Recovery Alberta, Health Shared Services, Indigenous partners, service providers, and community stakeholders.
Leading and mentoring a professional team to support ministry and government priorities.
Developing internal standard operating procedures and processes related to capital planning, project administration and reporting.