Piapot First Nation is seeking a motivated and experienced Housing & Community Infrastructure Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and management of housing, public works, and community infrastructure services.
Reporting to the Band Administrator and working under the direction of Chief and Council, the successful candidate will oversee housing programs, roads, wastewater, solid waste management, community buildings, and capital infrastructure projects.
This leadership position is responsible for managing departmental staff, budgets, contractors, funding requirements, and the ongoing maintenance and improvement of community assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily Housing and Community Infrastructure operations, including housing, public works, roads, wastewater, solid waste, and community buildings.
- Lead housing construction, renovations, repairs, replacement programs, and community infrastructure projects.
- Develop annual and long-term departmental plans, budgets, workplans, and project schedules.
- Supervise and support Housing and Public Works staff while promoting workplace safety and accountability.
- Coordinate funding applications, agreements, and reporting with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), CMHC, and other funding agencies.
- Oversee contractors, procurement, inspections, project documentation, and asset maintenance planning.
- Respond to community housing and infrastructure inquiries.
- Provide regular reports and recommendations to the Band Administrator and Chief and Council.
- Ensure compliance with Piapot First Nation policies, funding agreements, and applicable requirements.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Project Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Public Administration, Engineering Technology, Property Management, or a related field is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
- Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in housing, infrastructure, public works, construction, property management, or a related field.
- Experience supervising employees and managing projects and budgets.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Knowledge & Skills
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, financial management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of First Nation governance, community development, infrastructure funding programs, and project management is important. Familiarity with Piapot First Nation’s culture, traditions, language, and community priorities is considered an asset.
How to Apply
<text color=”default”>Application Deadline: Friday, November 13, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.</text>
Interested applicants are invited to submit the following:
- Cover letter outlining qualifications and relevant experience
- Current résumé
- Three current work-related references
Email: hr@piapotnation.com
Attention: Human Resources
Piapot First Nation
General Delivery
Zehner, SK S0G 1K0
Join Piapot First Nation and help strengthen the housing, infrastructure, and essential services that support our community.