Capital Planner

Job Summary

Location: Yellowknife
Department: Health and Social Services
Job ID: 28171
Salary: $116,259 - $138,879
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Closing Date: Aug 27, 2026

Department Information

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.  

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

Job Information

Located in Yellowknife, the Capital Planner reports to the Manager, Facility Planning (Manager) and provides services to the Infrastructure Planning Division at the DHSS Headquarters for all capital projects across the Northwest Territories (NWT).

Capital Planner is responsible for planning in a complex environment that includes consultation among diverse groups, seasonal constraints on construction, differing availability of labour and contractor supply among regions, and changing prices of commodities and materials.

The position assists the production of the Infrastructure Acquisition Plan and Capital Main Estimates Binder, as well as the completion and submission of the monthly capital variance reports. The Capital Planner is responsible for planning and implementing health projects through the Department's Infrastructure Acquisition Plan. The planning component of this position encompasses a range of capital projects and major equipment that include hospitals, health and social services centres, care provider residences, staff offices, and all other infrastructure required for the delivery of health and social services across the NWT.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The completion of a Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, or other relevant field, and three (3) years of directly related experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:


Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check.  Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28171      

Closing Date: August 27, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116,259 - $138,879) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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