Project Manager, Project Planning

Union: Non-union 
Number of vacancies: 1 
Site: 67 College Street (travel between all UHN sites will be required)
Department: Planning FM-PRO (Facilities Management Planning Redevelopment and Operations) 
Reports to: Manager Project Planning 
Hours: 37.5 per week 
Status: Temporary Full-time (up to 18 months)
Closing Date: December 4 2025

Position Summary 

University Health Network (UHN)is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role ofProject Managerin our Planning Department. 

As an integral member of the Facilities Management Planning Redevelopment and Operations(FM-PRO) department and under the direction of the Manager Project Planning the PROJECT MANAGER PROJECT PLANNING takes a leadership role in the management organization and orchestration of all aspects of planning for renovation projects within their portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with the FM-PRO Leadership UHN Executive Project Sponsors and Staff to understand and plan for key capital project initiatives as prioritized by the organization. 

Duties 

• Lead and drive the planning phase of renovation projects including development and approval of project scope schedules and budgets. 
• Develop and implement strategies to manage user group planning processes effectively. 
• Act as the primary liaison between UHN stakeholders and consultant teams to ensure efficient and accurate information exchange. 
• Perform financial management activities including project budgeting cost tracking and cash flow forecasting. 
• Prepare review and maintain project documentation including contracts. 
• Hire and supervise consultants ensuring alignment with project objectives. Negotiate revisions changes and additions to contractual agreements with consultants. 
• Review and perform quality control of design documents submitted by consultants. 
• Develop and implement strategies for risk mitigation and resolution throughout the planning phase. 
• Compile and archive project documentation at the end of the planning phase including documentation of lessons learned. 
• Collaborate with the Redevelopment team to ensure smooth handover from planning to implementation. 
• Perform administrative tasks to support efficient departmental operations. 
• Execute cross-functional responsibilities as assigned. 
• Undertake other duties consistent with the role as required. 

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Health Administration Architecture Engineering Design Technology or an equivalent recognized discipline. 
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in architectural engineering or project management within the health or public sector or Healthcare program and strategic project management. 
• Proven ability to coordinate and facilitate multi-stakeholder meetings including preparing agendas presentation materials and meeting minutes. 
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in project management tools. 
• Knowledge of building codes and standards applicable to acute healthcare environments (asset). 
• Familiarity with OAA and CCDC contract frameworks (asset). 
• PMP certification (asset). 
• Experience with Ministry of Health (MOH) Capital Planning processes (highly desirable). 
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
• Strong time management and organizational abilities including task prioritization. 
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to produce high-quality reports and meet strict deadlines. 

Additional Information :

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages  
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.  

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract