Project Manager

University of Victoria; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Victoria's Ocean Networks Canada is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex engineering programs with national and international stakeholders. The PMO supports diverse initiatives, ensuring delivery on time, on budget and in compliance with contractual requirements.

The PM will oversee initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closing, gathering requirements, defining scope, scheduling resources, and preparing charters, plans, and reports, while negotiating with clients and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of primary project management experience in a formal PM environment.
• Leadership of multidisciplinary project teams.
• Direct management of budgetary and financial resources in project delivery.
• Experience within the last 5 years.
• Equivalent education, training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of projects to deliver on time and within budget.
• Gather requirements, define scope, schedule activities and resources.
• Prepare project artifacts including Charters, Plans, Requirements & Design Documentation, Status Reports.
• Lead negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across government, industry, and academia.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

PM software

Job description

Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Research -> Ocean Networks Canada

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

25 October 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$84,211.00 - $109,532.00

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG12

Employee Group:

PEA - Regular

# of Hires Needed

1

About this Opportunity

The ideal candidate would have direct experience managing complex engineering projects in challenging conditions (i.e. Arctic, offshore infrastructure, etc.), involving a diverse stakeholder community (government, industry, First Nations, communities, Academia) located both in Canada and internationally.

While a hybrid work model is available for consideration, successful candidates should expect that there could be a requirement to work fulltime in the designated office location.

The salary range for this position is:

• Recruitment range: $84,211 to $92,849. Starting salary is determined in accordance with the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range: Up to $109,532. Progression beyond the recruitment range is available through annual performance increases, in accordance with the PEA Collective Agreement.
  

Job Summary

Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) is a world-leading organization supporting ocean discovery and technological innovation. ONC is a not-for-profit society that operates and manages innovative cabled observatories on behalf of the University of Victoria that supply continuous power and Internet connectivity to various scientific instruments located in both coastal and deep-ocean environments in the Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic environments. ONC’s cable arrays host thousands of sensors distributed in, on and above the seabed along with mobile and land-based assets strategically located, instruments that address key scientific and policy issues (subsea earthquakes and tsunamis, ocean acidification, marine biodiversity, etc.) within a wide range of environments.

The Project Management Office (PMO) is part of the Engagement & Knowledge Mobilization Division at ONC. The PMO office provides project management services to ONC utilizing internationally recognized standards. The Project Manager (PM) reports to the Associate Director of Applied Science Solutions.

The PM, with guidance and direction from the Associate Director and/or more experienced PMO staff members, leads all phases of the project, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, within scope, of high quality, and in compliance with contractual requirements in order to ultimately satisfy client expectations.

The PM is assigned a diverse range of projects at any given time that may vary in complexity, risk, duration, and value but is appropriate for their level of experience and expertise.

The PM is responsible for managing the initiation, planning and execution, monitoring, communications, and closing of these projects. This position works with primary stakeholders to gather requirements, define scope, schedule activities and resources, ensure quality control, and manage change.

The PM will prepare all project artifacts including Project Charters, Plans, Requirements & Design Documentation, Status Reports, Financial Invoices, etc. The PM will also lead or participate in the preparation of RFPs, selection activities, contract preparation and negotiation with both clients and subcontractors.

A broad range of simultaneous projects and project types may be assigned. A non-exhaustive list of project types includes combinations of software development, marine hardware procurement, testing and installation, data product development and visualization, tsunami and flood risk hazard modelling and assessment, feasibility studies, community engagement activities, literature reviews and reporting.

The PM will guide project team members as required to enable them to fulfill their responsibilities. This may also include providing guidance to non-PMO staff who have been assigned to lead smaller, less complex projects within the organization.

This position is strategic to the long-term scalability and delivery of complex projects within ONC, requiring a high level of accountability for projects that are often high risk, multi-disciplinary, funded by multiple agencies, include diverse stakeholders (government, First Nations, public) and may include international partners. This level of complexity comes with the need for a rigorous approach to project management.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of an undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Marine Sciences or a related field, and

Experience requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of primary project management experience within a formal project management environment, involving projects of varying complexity, risk, and budgets up to $5M.
• Leadership of multidisciplinary project teams.
• Direct management of budgetary and financial resources in project delivery.
• Experience must be within the last 5 years.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Knowledge requirements:

• Knowledge of recognized Project Management principles and methodologies.
• Understanding of contract law, procurement processes and contract management.
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices
• Proficient with project management software, MS Office, collaboration platforms etc.

Competency requirements:

• Proven track record achieving project goals on time, within budget and scope, and with high quality deliverables.
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory skills and the ability to inspire a team
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and identify positive solutions that resolve a variety of client, project and technical issues.
• Highly motivated, customer-oriented and adaptable working style.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Exceptional facilitation, negotiation, conflict and dispute resolution, and stakeholder relation skills.
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ability to multi-task, working with variable needs and associated timelines in an efficient, effective and flexible manner.
• Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills

Assets or Preferences:

• Project management professional certification, e.g. Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Experience in Marine Sciences or Marine Industry (engineering, software development, data management).
• Familiarity with marine-based infrastructure.
• Experience with Information Technology-related project delivery
• Experience working in an academic environment

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups .

Accessibility Statement:

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [e-mail] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.