Project Manager, Indigenous Archaeology Centre

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Project Manager for the xwməθkwəy̓əm Archaeology Centre on a primarily on‑campus role with a hybrid work option. The role coordinates a multi‑disciplinary team, manages CFIs and project budgets, and advances collaborations with Indigenous communities, faculty, and external partners.

You will drive strategic planning, oversee grant applications and reporting, and support governance, with a focus on responsible data stewardship and community

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: post‑graduate degree or equivalent professional designation with a minimum of four years of related experience, or an undergraduate degree with six years of related experience.
• Strong ability to manage budgets, grants, and complex projects within a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and organization building with Co-Leads and project team.
• Grant management, proposals, and reporting with partners and funders.
• Centre operations and finance, including purchasing, budgets, and reporting.
• Staff supervision, recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.

Skills

Project management

Grant management

Budget management

Stakeholder liaison

Community engagement

Strategic planning

Team supervision

Education

Post-graduate degree or equivalent

Undergraduate degree with 6+ years experience

Job description

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Project Manager for the xwməθkwəy̓əm Archaeology Centre on a primarily on‑campus role with a hybrid work option. The role coordinates a multi‑disciplinary team, manages CFIs and project budgets, and advances collaborations with Indigenous communities, faculty, and external partners.

You will drive strategic planning, oversee grant applications and reporting, and support governance, with a focus on responsible data stewardship and community