Special Projects Manager
City of Saskatoon
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About this job
Special Projects Manager reporting to the Senior Project Management Engineer, responsible for managing analysis, planning, and construction projects while leading multi-departmental teams and serving as liaison between the City and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multi-departmental project teams; create work schedules, assess staffing needs, and identify resource requirements
- Review policies and bylaws; provide recommendations and direction on required changes
- Identify, address, and recommend responsibilities for project and policy implementation
- Issue purchase orders and manage contracts to support implementation
- Serve as primary liaison between City and stakeholders on projects and policy matters
Qualifications
- Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, business administration, or related field
- Four to six years' progressively responsible related experience, including minimum two years supervising and coordinating staff and/or consultants
- Knowledge of project management principles and practices
- Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and financial procedures
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and establish working relationships with staff and stakeholders
At a glance
- Location: Saskatoon, SK, Canada
- Posted: November 10, 2026
- Project management of complex civic and commercial building projects and asset management experience considered an asset
Summarized from the official posting. See the full posting below or apply for complete details.
Full posting
Location: Saskatoon, SK, CA · Posted: Nov 10, 2026 Apply now » Reporting to the Senior Project Management Engineer, this position is responsible for managing a number of projects, including analysis and planning projects, as well as construction projects. • Leads a multi-departmental project team; creates work schedules, assesses staffing needs, and identifies resource requirements. • Reviews all current policies and bylaws and provides recommendations and direction on required changes. • Acts as the lead in identifying, addressing, and recommending responsibilities for project and policy implementation. • Issues appropriate purchase orders and manages contracts as required to support implementation. • Acts as a primary liaison between the City and involved stakeholders related to project, policy review and development. • Prepares written and oral reports in response to stakeholder and corporate enquiries, as required. • Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, business administration or a related field. • Four to six years' progressively responsible related experience, including a minimum of two years’ experience supervising and coordinating the work of staff and/or consultants. • Project management of complex civic and commercial building projects and experience with asset management would be considered asset. • Possession of an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. • Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management. Ability to resolve complex issues in a multi-disciplinary environment including conflict management, work program and on-schedule project delivery. • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting, budgeting and financial procedures. • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify underlying issues/problems and recommend required changes. • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and writing, including the ability to prepare and present reports. • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned staff, civic officials, representatives of other agencies and the public. The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City Apply now » Reporting to the Senior Project Management Engineer, this position is responsible for managing a number of projects, including analysis and planning projects, as well as construction projects. • Leads a multi-departmental project team; creates work schedules, assesses staffing needs, and identifies resource requirements. • Reviews all current policies and bylaws and provides recommendations and direction on required changes. • Acts as the lead in identifying, addressing, and recommending responsibilities for project and policy implementation. • Issues appropriate purchase orders and manages contracts as required to support implementation. • Acts as a primary liaison between the City and involved stakeholders related to project, policy review and development. • Prepares written and oral reports in response to stakeholder and corporate enquiries, as required. • Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, business administration or a related field. • Four to six years' progressively responsible related experience, including a minimum of two years’ experience supervising and coordinating the work of staff and/or consultants. • Project management of complex civic and commercial building projects and experience with asset management would be considered asset. • Possession of an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. • Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management. Ability to resolve complex issues in a multi-disciplinary environment including conflict management, work program and on-schedule project delivery. • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting, budgeting and financial procedures. • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify underlying issues/problems and recommend required changes. • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and writing, including the ability to prepare and present reports. • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned staff, civic officials, representatives of other agencies and the public. The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City Reporting to the Senior Project Management Engineer, this position is responsible for managing a number of projects, including analysis and planning projects, as well as construction projects. • Leads a multi-departmental project team; creates work schedules, assesses staffing needs, and identifies resource requirements. • Reviews all current policies and bylaws and provides recommendations and direction on required changes. • Acts as the lead in identifying, addressing, and recommending responsibilities for project and policy implementation. • Issues appropriate purchase orders and manages contracts as required to support implementation. • Acts as a primary liaison between the City and involved stakeholders related to project, policy review and development. • Prepares written and oral reports in response to stakeholder and corporate enquiries, as required. • Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, business administration or a related field. • Four to six years' progressively responsible related experience, including a minimum of two years’ experience supervising and coordinating the work of staff and/or consultants. • Project management of complex civic and commercial building projects and experience with asset management would be considered asset. • Possession of an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. • Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management. Ability to resolve complex issues in a multi-disciplinary environment including conflict management, work program and on-schedule project delivery. • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting, budgeting and financial procedures. • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify underlying issues/problems and recommend required changes. • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and writing, including the ability to prepare and present reports. • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned staff, civic officials, representatives of other agencies and the public. The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City
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