Who Can Apply?Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)Salary Range$93,938 - $122,116Employment StatusContinuingFlexible Work OptionHybrid (2 days/week)Security LevelSecretLanguage RequirementEnglish EssentialClosing Date04/10/2026CountryCanadaWe have an exciting opportunity in the Central and North Region (CNR)!Relocation assistance may be provided for the successful candidate. *DCC employees working in Yellowknife are eligible for the applicable Isolated Post Allowance (IPA) established by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.**For employees with dependents, per year; Environment Allowance: $3,858Living Cost Differential: $8,730Fuel and Utilities Differential: $7,375Total Annual IPA: $19,963For employees without dependents, per year; Environment Allowance: $2,315Living Cost Differential: $5,238Fuel and Utilities Differential: $4,425Total Annual IPA: $11,978The Technical Specialist, Program Management, oversees multi‐disciplinary work to develop, maintain and deliver centralized coordination functions in support of capital construction, operations and maintenance and/or environmental programs. The incumbent acts as a technical specialist for Client‐Partners, providing support in the areas of joint program management, information management, and communications management. The incumbent works with multiple service lines to support program delivery and provides advice to Client‐Partners on program delivery.KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIESThe duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive:PrimarySupport the development and management of new programs and existing programs in conjunction with Client-PartnerProvide program life cycle management and ensure programs are aligned with Client-Partner strategy and stakeholder requirementsAnalyze and manage detailed program information and dataSupport communications with Client-Partners, and DCC management and employees on program status and issuesMaintain and report on program metric and operating resultsDevelop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, the Client-Partners and/or stakeholdersEnsure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectationsManage riskOtherPrepare monthly status reportsDevelop new capabilities for DCCSupport the development of recent DCC approaches, policies and processes for consideration by DCC managementOther duties as assignedSkillsGeneral and Specific KnowledgeBest practices, methods, trends and legislation in real property,



environmental services and construction servicesProgram management industry standardsRisk management principlesClient-Partner program management policies and proceduresFormal Education and/or Certification(s) and ExperienceMinimum: college diploma in engineering, architecture or related field with five years' relevant experience, or the equivalentAbilitiesUse applicable computer software and operating systemsApply program and risk management techniquesDEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIPDemonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skillsProvide functional direction and advice to employees and Client-PartnersWORKING CONDITIONSTypical office environment with routine travelSome work may be located on construction sites; incumbent may occasionally be required to wear basic safety equipmentCheck Out Your BenefitsWorking with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market's best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.Your Package IncludesHealth and Wellness100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums$400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership$2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverageTelus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plansHome and FamilyLife, accidental-death, and short-term disability insuranceEnhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance programMaternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeksFlexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from homeLeave and RetirementPublic-service pensionComprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plansTo begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance.DCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process.



Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening .Requiredcriminal record checksreference checksprevious employmentopen source checkscredit/financial statusDCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the Annual Update once a year.Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace!Roles at DCC will require security at various levels including Reliability, Secret, Top Secret and for Canadian Eyes Only (proof of Citizenship required). While we welcome applications to our roles who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information, selection will depend on the specific role's requirements.At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community.DCC's goal is to provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email [email protected] .

📌 Technical Specialist, Program Management (Yellowknife)
🏢 Defence Construction Canada
📍 Yellowknife