Senior Project Manager

The Opportunity: Senior Project Manager

Permanent, Full-Time position, based out of Whitehorse, Yukon. 

Are you an experienced project leader who thrives on delivering large, complex infrastructure projects? Join Yukon Energy and take a leading role in the delivery of major capital projects, including the Whitehorse Power Centre’s Project. This is an opportunity to contribute to a significant investment in the Yukon’s energy future.

What will you do: As the Senior Project Manager – Large Projects, you will:

• Lead the delivery of major and complex capital projects, including the Whitehorse Power Centres Project, from project definition through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout. 
• Manage project scope, cost, schedule, risk, quality, approvals, and overall performance to ensure successful project delivery. 
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and external partners. 
• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Planning, Procurement, and Finance, while providing clear project reporting and recommendations to senior management and the Board.

What you need to succeed: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering and project management experience delivering large and complex capital projects within the electric utility, power generation, or energy infrastructure sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading thermal power generation projects through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout, with experience in diesel and/or LNG generation and associated systems.
• Strong experience delivering electrical infrastructure, including substations, transmission and distribution systems, and integration of new generation into the existing grid.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams, engage stakeholders, and foster accountability for delivering project objectives.
• Strong knowledge of major capital project delivery, including scope, cost, schedule, risk, quality, change management, project controls, commissioning, and operational readiness.
• Experience planning and administering procurement processes, including RFI, RFQ, RFP and tender processes, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and contract management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal departments, regulators, utilities, Indigenous governments, consultants, contractors, and external partners.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or equivalent recognized project management certification is preferred. An Electrical Engineering background and/or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset.

What is in it for you: 

• Competitive Pay with annual cost of living increase
• Northern Allowance: $7,000 + 5% Base Pay added to Base Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package that begins the first day of employment
• 160 hours of vacation leave, 160 hours of sick leave, 40 hours of special leave
• Travel Allowances for employee and their spouse and dependent(s)
• Annual Wellness Subsidy
• Cell Phone Subsidy
• RRSP Match begins first day of employment
• Relocation Assistance
• Training and Development opportunities
• Opportunity to be a part of something greater and help the Yukon

Who we are: Yukon Energy is the primary generator and transmitter of electrical energy in the Yukon territory, operating within the Traditional Territories of Yukon First Nations. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and collaboration with Indigenous communities across all our operations.

Yukon Energy values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to building a skilled workforce that reflects the population we serve and to supporting the employment and professional development of Yukon First Nations citizens. First Nations candidates are encouraged to self-declare.

To apply, please go to Recruitment (adp.com).

If you have any questions, please feel free email People & Culture via email at hr@yec.yk.ca. 

The posting will remain open until the position is filled.

To learn more about Yukon Energy and the work we do, visit yukonenergy.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada for any employer without employer sponsorship.

Date Posted: September 8, 2026