Note: This job ad has been amended to include additional vacancies. There are five positions available. If you have already submitted an application, there is no need to apply again.
Are you a skilled and motivated Project Manager seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape? If so, we have an exciting position that might be perfect for you!
We are currently seeking talented Project Managers to join our team and lead the coordination and development of long-term care redevelopment projects with assigned long-term care home operators.
As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the entire lifecycle of long-term care redevelopment projects, ensuring they are carried out efficiently, in compliance with regulations, and in line with industry best practices and ministry goals.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• Support Ontario Health, Long-Term Care Homes (LTCHs), and health service providers with policies and programs.
• Collaborate to develop strategies for resolving issues and mitigating risks.
• Continuously review, evaluate, analyze, and monitor LTCHs.
• Manage Long-Term Care (LTC) capital redevelopment projects.
• Lead and consult with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Prepare complex briefing notes, contentious issues notes, and communication materials.
What you bring to the team
Project Management and Leadership Skills:
You can:
• Lead projects from start to finish within set timelines.
• Provide leadership and advice to LTCHs and health service providers.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
You can:
• Assess risks in planning, design, procurement, and financial documents.
• Evaluate capital plans and post-construction submissions.
• Ensure compliance with ministry policies, contracts, and industry standards.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and resolve complex issues.
Relationship Management and Facilitation Skills:
You can:
• Manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Collaborate to resolve issues and negotiate priority changes.
• Lead consultations to ensure shared understanding.
Communication Skills:
You can:
• Respond to issues, provide recommendations, and prepare decision-making and briefing notes.
• Create, lead, and present briefings on complex issues to senior management.
Technical Knowledge:
You have:
• Knowledge of the health care system and services.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation (e.g., Long-Term Care Homes Act, Public Hospitals Act).
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
The Capital Program Management Branch within the
Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC) focuses on managing capital projects for long-term care facilities, ensuring residents receive quality care in safe, home-like environments.
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
• comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment