Who Can Apply?Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)Salary Range$126,865 - $164,924Employment StatusContinuingFlexible Work OptionHybrid (2 days/week)Language RequirementEnglish EssentialClosing Date08/11/2026CountryCanadaWe 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 yearEnvironment Allowance: $3,858Living Cost Differential: $8,730Fuel and Utilities Differential: $7,375Total Annual IPA: $19,963For employees without dependents, per yearEnvironment Allowance: $2,315Living Cost Differential: $5,238Fuel and Utilities Differential: $4,425Total Annual IPA: $11,978Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, the Site Manager for the Yellowknife Site is responsible and accountable for efficient and effective site operations and integrated service delivery by some or all service lines at a large site with complex programs. The Site Manager plans, organizes, manages, oversees, and controls site operations while delivering the assigned programs. The incumbent ensures overall compliance with policies and procedures, identifies, tracks, reports on and mitigates service delivery risks, and manages the Client-Partner relationship. The incumbent also supports, promotes and provides input to regional and national objectives and initiatives.Leading and motivating a team of professionals, the Site Manager manages the human resources responsibilities for the site to optimize the use of employee skills and knowledge. The Site Manager also disseminates and ensures employees understand corporate and regional messages and ensures effective communication among employees, teams, and sites, and between the site and the service lines.



The incumbent develops creative solutions and ensures the site 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:PrimaryManage and coordinate service line integration and collaboration within the site to ensure effective and productive service delivery to meet Client-Partner requirements, in accordance with corporate direction, policies and proceduresManage financial aspects of the site (e.G., negotiate and sign service level arrangements, prepare budget, carry out financial reporting, monitor key performance indicators and allocate hours for service level arrangements)Resolve internal conflicts and those with the Client-Partners, as requiredMaintain open communications within the site, region and DCC, and act as primary point of contact for Client-Partners interacting with the siteSupport and promote regional and national objectives and initiatives, as outlined in the Corporate PlanPromote and manage business development opportunitiesDevelop 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 riskPerform human resources functions (e.G. coach, supervise, mentor, plan and allocate resources,



manage performance)OtherManage activities to meet corporate and operational safety and security requirementsOther duties as assignedSkillsGeneral and Specific KnowledgeBest practices, methods, trends and legislation in construction, engineering, architecture or environmental servicesBest practices and trends in strategic planning, financial management and human resources managementSpecialized knowledge of one or more DCC service linesProject and risk management principlesHealth and safety managementFormal Education And/or Certification(s) And ExperienceMinimum: university degree in engineering, architecture, environment, business or related field with eight years’ relevant experience, or the equivalentPreferred: additional training in project management, business administration, human resources and/or leadershipAbilitiesUse applicable computer software and operating systemsDevelop and monitor budgetApply project, contract and risk management techniquesDemonstrate business acumen, leadership and human resources management skillsDEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIPLead and manage direct and indirect reports at the siteDevelop succession plan and ensure viability of the siteWORKING CONDITIONSTypical office environment with periodic travelSome work may be located on construction and environmental project 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

📌 Site Manager (Yellowknife)
🏢 Defence Construction Canada
📍 Yellowknife