Director, Operational Readiness, Redevelopment Project - Bc Cancer Provincial

Director, Operational Readiness, Redevelopment Project BC Cancer Provincial, BC Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director, Clincal Lead, Redevelopment Project is responsible and accountable for clinical program development and implementation of clinical services within major capital projects for the BC Cancer plays a key role in this capital project to ensure that facility developments support and enable clinical care and operations; acts as an advocate for clinical operations and a liaison to clinical operation professionals in the development of functional clinical space. The Director is also responsible for ensuring that the model of care for clinical services and programs are well defined, operationally feasible, appropriately resourced and effectively implemented within major capital projects with a strong focus on clinical best practices, operational efficiencies and effectiveness; provides leadership and initiative in the clinical planning, design and implementation of services and programs to be delivered that support BC Cancer's overall care needs; participates in the development of strategic planning and operational planning and works closely with clinical leadership teams, Lower Mainland Facilities Management (LMFM), community representatives, internal/external partners and public and private partners. What you’ll do Lead the development of the clinical service plans, functional programming and design development in partnership with the project team and executive director; liaises with the Clinical Leads, internal partners, other agencies, LMFM,  public and private partners to plan clinical program and service requirements for the project. Responsible for leading, facilitating and coordinating partners inputs for development of clinical service planning deliverables for  BC Cancer Capital Redevelopment Projects. Lead re-design and initiatives including adoption of best practices to better integrate and streamline clinical services, optimize quality and ensure cost effectiveness; ensures appropriate quality and safety measures are in place. Work closely with clinical and operations teams of physicians, senior administrators and other health care professionals to identify program and service requirements; reviews and integrates service delivery models, clinical standards and operational guidelines for each of the assigned clinical services. Plan responsive care delivery systems, services, resolves and facilitates the coordination of service; oversee and direct the clinical planning of programs/services during the planning and construction phases; work with the Senior Executive Team of BC Cancer to ensure that an appropriate clinical planning and clinical operations project management plan is developed, maintained and implemented; report on the status and execution of activities and risks. Proactively manage risks and issues relating to service planning, escalating issues as appropriate. What you bring   Qualifications: A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree in Health Administration or related discipline and a clinical background in a related health care discipline. A minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years' recent related experience in progressively more complex and senior management roles in a large complex multi-site organization, including five (5) years' recent related clinical and operational experience with health care planning, strategic and major project development/planning focusing on acute care service planning and/or redesign, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Core Competencies Builds strong partnerships with Indigenous health to champion the implementation of patient safety best practices and drives a positive safety culture, including a focus on Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination as a patient safety priority and supports learning, accountability and continuous improvement. Oversees compliance and achievement of the health regulator practice standards set out by the Indigenous Cultural Safety, Cultural Humility, and Anti-Racism practice standard within the areas of nursing and allied health. Fosters an anti-racist, ethical practice and well-being through oversight of the ethics and spiritual health program. Leads and develops high-performing, interdisciplinary teams, fostering and modelling a culture free from racism and discrimination and of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and learning. You have: Demonstrated ability to manage large scale projects in a health care environment that achieve high quality outcomes and exceed partners expectations. Demonstrated ability to define, lead, plan, direct, manage and implement business and management processes. Demonstrated ability to maintain, function and develop rapport with Executive Management, senior operating executives and other partners. Ability to manage the operational detail associated with a large and complex environment. Broad knowledge of clinical operations and service planning for clinical, non-clinical and support services in an acute care facility, Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.  Lean process redesign experience as an asset.  Experience managing human resources and direct reports.  Demonstrated oral, written and presentation skills. Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others both internal and external to the organization. Demonstrated change management and conflict resolution skills and experience.  Excellent facilitation skills when working with an interdisciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to facilitate and negotiate achievement of milestones within approved project scope timelines. Demonstrated ability to respond to the needs of partners supported by an acute awareness of the impact of action. Demonstrated leadership skills with proven ability to bring about change in a proactive manner. Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure with changing priorities and deadlines. Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and racism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of applicable provincial legislative obligations, including the Health Professions and Occupations Act (2022, in force 2026). Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of provincial commitments within PHSA contexts from provincial and national foundational documents including In Plain Sight (2020) and others. Demonstrated capability to lead by example in advancing Indigenous-specific anti-racism and broader DEI and anti-racism objectives and in fostering a culture of continuous learning, inclusion and belonging. What we bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home. Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees. Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000+ in-house courses including a range of experience level, profession-specific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenous-specific anti-racism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and well-being, and more. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more. Job Type: Regular, Full Time Salary Range: $118,923 - $170,951. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles. Location: Provincial position which involves remote and in office work, the candidate must be within the vicinity of the PHSA/BC Cancer Redevelopment Office in Burnaby. 1795 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 6E3 Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 0830-1630. Requisition Number: 204201E   What we do BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.  The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at [email protected]. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. https://www.phsa.ca/our-services/programs-services/indigenous-health PHSA is also mandated to fulfill legislative obligations as in: United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (2007 – Supported without qualification by Canada - 2016) United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Canada - 2021) Health Professions and Occupations Act (BC – 2022, in force 2026) Anti-Racism Act (BC - 2024) Provincial Anti-Racism Action Plan (BC - 2026) Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (BC - 2019) Declaration Act Action Plan (BC - 2022)  PHSA is mandated to uphold provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including: Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (Canada - 2015) Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (Canada - 2019) In Plain Sight:  Addressing Indigenous-Specific Racism and Discrimination in BC Health Care (BC - 2020) Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study (BC - 2022) Attention current employees of PHSA: You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca.  The internal job posting expires on September 21, 2026, and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail [email protected] with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting.  If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please e-mail [email protected] with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password. Our business hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, excluding Statutory Holidays and a Help Desk Representative will respond to you with 1-2 business days. If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at [email protected].