Supervisor, Technology Projects

Are we right for you...

We’re passionate about helping to reduce congestion in our communities and bringing innovation to public transportation wherever we can including electrifying our fleet, introducing new bus lanes between Colwood and Downtown and exploring mobile payment options, to name just a few.

It’s an exciting time to be in the transit industry and we’re looking for creative and passionate people to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you'll be doing...

Please note that this is a 12-month fulltime temporary opportunity. 

Reporting to the Manager, Technology Projects Delivery, the Technology Projects Supervisor will capitalize on their knowledge of the business environment; BC Transit’s customers, markets, products/services; the transit industry; and their expertise in project management. This is a supervisory role blended with the ability to successfully perform analytical work in support of the Information Technology (IT) division’s technology projects and portfolio.

The Technology Projects Supervisor will demonstrate expertise in project management, ensure the technology projects are delivered on schedule, in scope and on budget and provide recommendations to the IT Portfolio Manager to further develop technology project management at BC Transit. 

The Technology Projects Supervisor is an essential member of the Manager, Technology Projects Delivery’s team. The incumbent will support the Manager, Technology Projects Delivery in developing technology project management best practices.

As a Supervisor, they will develop strong relationships with their team and others within the IT division, and support collaboration between the IT division and the rest of the organization.

For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the Supervisor, Technology Projects job description.

What you'll bring to the table...

• Experience as a project or program manager leading and managing complex projects
• Experience leading a team
• Project Management experience in infrastructure, networking and mobility projects
• Change Management experience considered an asset
• Risk Management experience considered an asset
• Proven IT project and/or IT program management experience working in a government (or a similarly large agency) for the delivery of high value capital projects involving innovative technology, multiple partners, public procurement, contract negotiations and change leadership

Any of the following certifications would be considered an asset, though are not essential:

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent training
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) or equivalent training
• Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) or equivalent training 

What we'll bring to the table...

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
• A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

• Interviews will be conducted the July, 2025 
• An assignment or presentation may be included as part of the recruitment process.
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• An eligibility list may be established for future full time regular and full time temporary vacancies
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact careers@bctransit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.