Who Can Apply?Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)Salary Range$93,938 - $122,116Employment StatusContinuingFlexible Work OptionHybrid (3 days/week)Security LevelSecretLanguage RequirementEnglish EssentialClosing Date20/09/2026CountryCanadaWe 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 Team Leader, Construction Services, ensures the quality of service delivery within the service line at a site with a small to medium-sized construction program. The incumbent ensures compliance with service line policies and procedures, and manages contract-related risks. The incumbent leads a team of professionals and manages the human resources responsibilities for the team. The incumbent also manages the Client-Partner relationship. The incumbent develops creative solutions and ensures the team is focused on collaboration, and quality and timeliness of deliverables.KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIESThe duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive:PrimaryOversee a team managing construction, professional services and service contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and DCC contract management policies and processesSolve complex problems within delegated authorityFacilitate contract-related coordination and communications between stakeholders (e.G. contractors, consultants, Client-Partners)Promote and manage business development opportunitiesDevelop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, theClient Partners and/or stakeholdersEnsure quality standards are met, in line with corporate and Client-Partner expectationsManage riskPerform human resources functions (e.G. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources, and manage performance)OtherOther duties as assignedSkillsGeneral and Specific KnowledgeBest practices, methods, trends and legislation in construction, architecture and engineeringBest practices and trends in financial management and human resources managementProcurement mechanismsProject, contract and risk management principlesHealth and safety managementFormal 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 project, contract and risk management techniquesDemonstrate leadership and human resources management skillsDEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIPLead and manage direct reportsProvide functional direction and advice to other employees and to Client-PartnersWORKING CONDITIONSTypical office setting with occasional 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 enhanced travel benefits coverageTo 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 .RequiredThe appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment and it is the candidate's or employee's responsibility to ensure, they are able to obtain and maintain their required security level clearance to begin or continue their employment with DCC. Failure to obtain or maintain, the appropriate level of security clearance means either the candidate or employee will not receive a job offer, the conditional offer will be rendered null and void or their employment will be terminated with cause. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates or employees considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as, but not limited to:criminal 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] .

📌 Team Leader, Construction Services (Yellowknife)
🏢 Defence Construction Canada
📍 Yellowknife