Project Manager II – Restoration Project (Banff)

Parks Canada – Resource Conservation – Banff Field Unit Closing Date June 11, 2026 – 23:59 Pacific Time Location Banff, Alberta – Banff National Park Employment Tenure Term starting July 2026 – March 2027 Salary 96,535 to 104,361 per year (currently under review) Level PM-05 Able to Apply All persons with legal status to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or work permit) Responsibilities Lead and coordinate ecological restoration projects within Parks Canada, overseeing site restoration planning and implementation while managing contracts to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and work closely with technical specialists to integrate scientific expertise, regulatory requirements, and operational objectives into project outcomes. Work Setting & Benefits - Rewarding work across Canada’s national parks, historical sites, and marine conservation areas - Learning opportunities that promote individual and organizational excellence - Experience Canadian natural and cultural heritage first‑hand - Collaborate with dedicated colleagues in a respected federal organization - Connect with Canadians at their most valued natural and cultural treasures Conditions of Employment - Reliability security clearance – fingerprints required - Valid Class 5 driver’s licence - Pre‑placement and periodic medical checks Operational Requirements - Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment - Willingness to travel, including overnight, off‑site, and/or weekends - Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends, statutory holidays, and provincial/territorial holidays Essential Qualifications Education Graduation with a degree from a recognized university, specializing in natural resource conservation, ecosystem management, project management, or another discipline relevant to the position. Experience - Recent and significant experience in project management, including preparing public tenders, managing contractors/consultants, permitting, and reviewing specifications, drawings, or technical evaluations. - Recent and significant experience in managing reclamation/restoration and/or vegetation management projects. - Experience working with multiple stakeholders or partners to advance projects or initiatives. - Experience managing a program related to conservation. Knowledge - Project management standards - Major issues, management challenges/practices, and partnership opportunities related to disturbed site restoration, reclamation, invasive species management, and native vegetation collection/propagation. - Forestry practices and ecological restoration principles. Abilities - Ability to manage projects with short timelines and complex budgets. - Ability to manage human and financial resources. - Ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional environment. - Ability to provide advice to management. - Ability to communicate effectively orally. - Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Personal Suitability - Leadership - Takes responsibility - Exercises sound judgment - Makes things happen - Service oriented - Personally connects with people - Innovative Language Requirements English required; French preferred (optional). All communication and documentation standards are in compliance with bilingual requirements of the Public Service of Canada. EEO Statement Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. Preference may be given to qualified candidates who self‑identify as belonging to an employment equity group such as Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2+ youth, minority Francophones, and members of racially minoritized groups. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2prs4u