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Closing Date

2026-05-11

Reference Number

26-968-09-014

Job Category

Experienced

Who Can Apply

Canadian Citizens

Location

Ottawa, Ontario

Salary Range

$112,746 - $137,226

Status

Indeterminate (permanent)

Language Requirement

Bilingual CBC imperative

Job Summary

• Manage assigned Real Property programs including the inception, planning, design, construction, commissioning, accreditation, and evaluation to satisfy time, cost, scope, security, operational, and quality requirements.
• Oversee the work of contracted project managers and consultants and provide technical guidance/advice.
• Manage the development of documents such as plans, reports, briefs, and conceptual / preliminary designs.
• Plan and administer operating and capital budgets for Real Property programs.
• Analyze technical documents and provide advice to senior management.
• Provide strategic planning on Real Property programs.
• Provide recommendations on Real Property program management policies, guidelines, techniques, and standards.

Note: Certain positions may include supervisory responsibilities, including the management and supervision of employees or contracted personnel.

Education

• Undergraduate degree or
• College diploma

The undergraduate degree / college diploma must be in a field of study relevant to the duties and functions of the position such as Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Interior Design. The specific field of study will determine the business line for which you qualify.

The undergraduate degree / college diploma must have been obtained from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada, you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

Any higher level of education (i.e.: Masters, Doctorate) in a related field of study could be recognized as experience.

Experience

• Portfolio and program management experience for Real Property Planning, construction or infrastructure initiatives. Only experience related to commercial, institutional or office buildings will be considered
• Experience assembling and managing project and program teams comprised of a diverse array of professional consultants, technical specialists, policy centres and management resources
• Experience maintaining budgets and forecasts.
• Experience building and maintaining effective partnerships and working collaboratively with internal and external partners and stakeholders
• Experience in the preparation (writing, reviewing, editing) of reports, such as briefing notes, business cases, investment analysis reports offering solutions and making recommendations to senior management on strategic issues, and in the preparation of project management plans for the purpose of describing the comprehensive approach the project team will follow
• Experience in project definition and in analyzing technical reports
• Experience acquired in the delivery and management of Real Property projects and programs will be taken into consideration.

Competencies

• Communication
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Collaboration
• Project Management
• Problem Solving

Assets

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Building Owners and Management Institute (BOMI), or Real Property Administration
• Experience in change management
• Experience in workplace transformation initiatives
• Experience in negotiation and administration of contracts related to Real Property
• Experience in a formal supervisory role ***
• Experience working in a high-security environment

** Formal supervision is defined as direct supervision of employees or contracted

Conditions of Employment

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Official Language (OL) Proficiency

The immediate need is to staff one position with a linguistic profile of Bilingual CBC imperative.

This selection process may be used to staff other similar positions with various language requirements. Therefore, we encourage all interested candidates to apply. Second language evaluations will be offered to candidates. For more information on language requirements: (external link www.canada.ca/en/public-se