Senior Project Manager - Indigenous Relations

Your Wayfinders Management Solutions Ltd.; Smithers; Remote; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a strong background in project and change management. This role involves leading complex projects while ensuring alignment with company goals and client needs. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Indigenous relations and experience working with diverse communities. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and innovation, and enjoy a hybrid work model along with comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to drive impactful projects, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive extended health care

Dental benefits

Hybrid work model

Increasing paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary compensation bonus

Birthday Bonus

Employee-centered workplace initiatives

Wellness challenges

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of project management experience required.
• PMP certification or eligibility is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage diverse projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Engage stakeholders and provide updates on project progress.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Four-year university degree

Technical diploma/certification

Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Smartsheet

Power BI

Canva

Job description

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People Operations Manager | CPHR Candidate

Location: Remote

Hours: 40 hours per week

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Wage: $40.87-$45.67/hour, depending on individual education, qualifications, and experience.

Reports to: Owner/CEO

Closing Date: May 2, 2025

Company Overview

Your Wayfinders Management Solutions Ltd. is a dynamic and growing management company specializing in people—and solution-focused project management, change management, continuous improvement, facilitation, and engagement services. We embrace and value a culture of inclusivity, innovation, collaboration, and excellence in our operations.

As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Manager to join our team remotely on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate is in northwestern British Columbia, as some of our clients and projects are in this area.

If you have in-depth knowledge and leadership experience working in natural resource management, social development, and economic development, focusing on supporting Indigenous groups and communities, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary

Reporting to the Owner, the Senior Project Manager will support, lead, plan, manage, and execute a variety of complex, diverse, and high-visibility projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with company goals and the client’s operating model.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to the project team for project life cycles by planning, budgeting, scheduling and tracking project plans.
• Engage with project interest holders to provide updates, gather feedback, and ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
• Coordinate with all project teams to ensure compatibility between goals and deliverables, execution on time, budget, and scope.
• Provide expertise to the junior project team to increase their project management capacity and competency.
• Work collaboratively to ensure the execution of project management processes and best practices.
• Use various project planning tools to track project progress and milestones.
• Co-create and regularly review project management processes, tools, templates, documents, and guidelines to ensure continuous improvement.
• Support Team Lead with identifying project opportunities and available grants to support ongoing projects.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

• A four (4) -year university degree with 5-10 years related experience with two (2) or more years in a professional consulting context; or,
• Technical diploma/certification with extensive years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Candidates with less applicable experience may be considered at a different level.
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP, or equivalent) or eligibility for a designation is required.
• Ongoing professional development and holding relevant certifications are assets.

Experience:

• A combined 5-10 years' experience in project management, change management, co-management, and/or co-governance is required.
• Experience building partnerships and working with Indigenous businesses, community members, governments, and/or organizations is needed.
• Experience with Natural Resource Management projects is required.
• Experience working in social development and economic development sectors is an asset.
• Experience as a leader with success in building inclusive and collaborative relationships.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of the history and present-day context of Indigenous groups in British Columbia and other jurisdictions in Canada is required.
• Must demonstrate good judgement, ability to deal with complex and sensitive subjects, and communicate effectively.
• Must possess strong facilitative, negotiation, influencing, written communication, and presentation skills.
• High level of professionalism, personal accountability, integrity, and ethics.
• Superior project planning and organizational skills; successfully leading diverse teams.
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage time.
• Strong knowledge of written and digital project management tools.
• Excellent computer skills and competence with Microsoft 365 Suite and Adobe Acrobat are required.
• Knowledge of Smartsheet, Power BI, Canva and other software is an asset.

We value diversity and know that experience and skills come in many forms. Please apply if you don’t meet all the required qualifications but have relevant transferable skills and knowledge.

Compensation and Benefits

As a team member, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work and life:

• Comprehensive extended health care and dental benefits
• Hybrid work model
• A family–friendly work schedule
• Company-owned technology and equipment
• Increasing paid time off (PTO)
• Discretionary compensation bonus
• Birthday Bonus
• Optional leave and earned-time-off arrangements
• Employee-centered workplace initiatives
• Wellness challenges

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit their cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to [e-mail]. Please include "Senior Project Manager - Indigenous Relations" in the subject line.

Your Wayfinders Management Solutions Ltd. is committed to providing employment accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process. Should you require accommodations, please contact our People Operations Manager at [e-mail] with your confidential inquiry.

Commitment to Equity

Your Wayfinders Management Solutions Ltd. is committed to employment equity, inclusion, and building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.