Senior Project Manager and Project Manager
ER2 Economic Resource Analyst 2; ER3 Economic Resource Analyst 3
Regular/full-time
Municipal and Northern Relations
Agreement Management Unit, Outcomes & Strategic Policy
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45788
Salary(s): ER2 $70,149.00 - $90,480.00 per year ; ER3 $77,090.00 - $99,331.00 per year
Closing Date: November 16, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created to fill similar regular or term positions under ER3 or ER2 classification within the Province and will remain in effect for 6 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
The Department of Municipal and Northern Relations is seeking qualified individuals to fill the Senior Project Manager, and Project Manager positions within the Agreement Management Unit under the Outcomes & Strategic Policy Division. The Agreements Management Unit supports Manitoba’s infrastructure needs, through the negotiation of agreements and the administration of Federal/Provincial cost-shared infrastructure programs. The Unit coordinates engagements with multi-stakeholder groups including provincial and federal, and municipal government representatives to support cost-shared infrastructure initiatives.
Duties:
Reporting directly to the Manager, Agreements Management Unit (AMU), the Senior Project Manager and Project manager will oversee portfolios of complex capital infrastructure projects on behalf of the province. This includes leading the evaluation, coordination, development and implementation of program policies and infrastructure agreements. Preparing summary documents for a variety of audiences, liaising with project proponents, and developing and managing project contribution agreements including those under federal-provincial bilateral agreements. In addition, this role works collaboratively with other internal and external stakeholders in the delivery of projects and the development of infrastructure policies.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Public Administration and/or Project management. A relevant combination of education, training and related work experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated project management and program administration experience, including program/project budget management.
- Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to express ideas in a clear, concise and organized manner for a variety of audiences.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create a variety of documents and reports for various audiences.
- Excellent analytical, research and conceptual skills for forecasting, problem solving, assessing programs, etc.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple complex projects with competing priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work in a professional team environment as well as with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders with both mutual and competing interests.
- Strong political acumen to effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential matters.
- Demonstrated initiative including the ability to work with minimal supervision and independently manage high value complex projects with multiple high level stakeholders. (ER3 only)
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex information, project risks, and provide recommendations to proponents, and to senior management for decision-making purposes. (ER3 only)
Desired:
- Experience working with senior administrative or management within government is considered an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
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Why Work for Manitoba Government?
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
- Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
- Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
- Annual health spending account for eligible employees
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Benefit Plan
Commitment to Health and Wellness
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
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