Job Information

Job Title: Executive Director, Project Coordination Review Team

Job Requisition ID:   87564

Ministry: Executive Council

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open

Closing Date: October 2, 2026

Classification: Executive Manager 1

About Us

The Ministry of Executive Council is responsible for coordinating and supporting the executive arm of government: the Cabinet (also known as Executive Council) and its committees. Executive Council ensures effective strategic planning and coordinated policy development across government, engagement of Albertans and the broader global community, and the promotion of a vibrant and innovative public service. It ensures outcomes are achieved by supporting strategic planning, coordinated policy development and informed decision-making for the Government of Alberta, and helps ministries communicate and engage with Albertans.

For further information, visit the ministry website:   https://www.alberta.ca/executive-council.aspx

Role

The Project Coordination Review Team (PCRT) is a centralized branch within Executive Council established under the Expedited 120-Day Approvals Act to support timely, coordinated, and transparent decision-making on major project approvals across the Government of Alberta. PCRT works with ministries, regulatory organizations, municipalities, project proponents, and other stakeholders to facilitate efficient project reviews and support achievement of provincial economic and strategic priorities.

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic Operations, the Executive Director provides strategic leadership for the implementation and operation of the PCRT and the administration of the 120-Day Approvals framework. The position is accountable for establishing and maintaining the governance, operational, policy, stakeholder engagement, and performance management frameworks required to support effective coordination of qualified projects across government.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Executive Director provides strategic advice to senior government officials, leads a multidisciplinary team, oversees organizational resources, and drives continuous improvement to ensure project review processes support effective decision-making, investor confidence, and achievement of government priorities.

Qualifications

As the successful candidate your background includes extensive related senior management experience in a large organization with a depth of experience in complex policy initiatives.  You possess demonstrated success in formulating new policies, regulations and programs and legislative review. You will be able to demonstrate a depth of experience in executing complex programs effectively, while anticipating risks, responding to changing conditions and maintaining momentum toward objectives.   You are known for your critical thinking skills, ability to influence, negotiate, and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups to achieve innovative outcomes. Key strengths include the ability to articulate a strong vision and build an organizational culture embracing strong relationships with stakeholders, business acumen and solution focused. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.  

Salary

$5,896.65 - $7,749.28 bi-weekly ($153,902.57 - $202,256.21 annually)

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

• Compensation Overview – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx 
• Pension plans:
  • Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca

Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities.  Search Profile

How to Apply

Click on the “Apply Now” button.  

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/navigating-online-jobs-application.aspx to learn more about creating a candidate profile and other tips for the Government of Alberta’s online application system.

If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system, click here to access the main log in page where you are able to ‘Create an account’, reset your password (‘Forgot your password’) or ‘Sign In’ should you already have an account.

Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.

Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-jobs.aspx

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.  

Resources for applicants:

https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx

https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check https://jobpostings.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.