Program Leader

Description:

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is creating a candidate pool for Program Leaders to support large, complex, and high-risk construction and infrastructure programs across Canada. Program Leaders manage a team of professionals, including team leaders, to deliver services to Client-Partners, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with project and program objectives. This is a bilingual mandatory role (English and French), requiring candidates to meet security clearance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Site Manager in developing and managing the business unit’s financial aspects, budgets, and KPIs.

• Lead development and delivery of services, ensuring cross-service line integration.

• Manage large and complex projects/programs, contracts, quality assurance, budgets, and schedules.

• Provide technical direction and conduct quality control of consultant and contractor deliverables.

• Manage service line integration, risk, and Client-Partner relationships.

• Promote business development opportunities and contribute to regional/national objectives.

• Lead and supervise staff, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management.

• Conduct public consultations, presentations, and respond to audits.

Requirements:

• Education: University degree in construction, engineering, architecture, environmental services, or related field.

• Experience: At least 6 years of relevant work experience.

• Preferred: Professional certifications or specialized knowledge in DCC service lines.

• Skills: Strong leadership, project management, contract management, financial management, and risk management expertise.

• Other: Must obtain and maintain Secret-level security clearance.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel.

• May involve visits to construction sites with basic safety equipment.

Benefits:

• Public service pension plan.

• 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, health, dental, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• $400 wellness allowance.

• $1500 annual coverage for mental health services plus $1500 paramedical coverage.

• $750 healthcare spending account.

• Virtual healthcare access.

• Parental leave top-up to 93% for up to 37 weeks.

• Hybrid workplace model with $400 allowance for home office setup every 2 years.

• Enhanced Employee Assistance Program.

• Comprehensive vacation and paid leave plans.

• Deluxe travel benefits.

About the Organization:
Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that delivers infrastructure and environmental services for Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND). DCC is committed to excellence, diversity, and inclusion, offering a workplace that values integrity, teamwork, and public service.