Hybrid Project Manager, Indigenous Archaeology Centre

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Project Manager for the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Archaeology Centre to lead strategic planning, governance, and operations. The role collaborates with the Dean of Arts Office, UBC partners, Indigenous communities, and external vendors to advance research, data stewardship, and capacity building.

The position manages the CFI grant, budgets, and multi-project portfolios, ensuring milestones, reporting, and equitable engagement across campus and communities, with

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree or equivalent with 4 years related experience; or undergraduate with 6 years related experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and governance for the xʷAC Centre.
• Oversee grant proposals, budgets, and reporting with partners.
• Coordinate engagement with Indigenous communities and university partners.
• Supervise staff and manage multiple research projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Project management

Education

Post-graduate degree or equivalent professional designation

Undergraduate degree + 6 years experience

Job description

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Project Manager for the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Archaeology Centre to lead strategic planning, governance, and operations. The role collaborates with the Dean of Arts Office, UBC partners, Indigenous communities, and external vendors to advance research, data stewardship, and capacity building.

The position manages the CFI grant, budgets, and multi-project portfolios, ensuring milestones, reporting, and equitable engagement across campus and communities, with