Manager - Major Energy Projects

This is a term position until March 2030, working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

Who we are…

The Yukon Development Corporation (YDC) is governed by a board of directors appointed by the Government of Yukon. We have a legislative mandate to participate with the private sector in the economic development of the Yukon. YDC’s focus is on the energy transition, through supporting the development of new sources of generation in partnerships with First Nations and utilities. YDC is responsible for oversight of the Yukon Energy Corporation (YEC) on behalf of Yukoners, as its sole shareholder.

The opportunity…

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Manager, Major Energy Projects leads the planning and advancement of complex energy infrastructure initiatives, with a primary focus on the Yukon–British Columbia Grid Connect project. The role directs multidisciplinary technical, regulatory and project-management work from early planning and feasibility through design and approvals; manages consultants, budgets, schedules and risks; and works closely with utilities, governments, First Nations and other partners. As a member of YDC’s management team, the position provides senior-level advice and decision-ready information to executives, the Board and government to support timely, accountable project delivery and Yukon’s energy transition.

Supporting you every step of the way…

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

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Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, project management, resource management, environmental studies, business administration, public administration or a related discipline.
• Significant experience leading complex, multi-year infrastructure, energy or capital projects through planning, feasibility, design and regulatory approval stages.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contracts, project budgets, schedules, risks and deliverables.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with utilities, governments, regulators, First Nations, industry partners and other stakeholders.
• Experience providing strategic advice, briefings and recommendations to senior executives, boards or elected officials.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

• Taking Action & Achieving Results
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Developing People
• Leading Change & Innovation
• Thinking Strategically
• Modelling Interpersonal Skills & Personal Responsibility
• Promoting Common Values & Ethics
• Demonstrating sound judgement, political acuity and risk management in a complex project environment

Additional information

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

Job requirements

Travel within Yukon and occasionally outside the territory; travel by road or air in summer and winter conditions; attendance at community, partner and project meetings; and occasional work outside regular hours to meet project deadlines.

This position is in Whitehorse, Yukon, and requires you to work in the office. Remote work is not available for this role.

Contact details

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Kaila de Boer, Chief Operating Officer, at [email protected].

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact Hailey Spears, Human Resources Consultant, at [email protected].