Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Project Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of project management services across the Right of way Management Services Unit. You will be responsible for initiation, planning, resourcing, scope development, budget preparation, implementation, quality control, change management, contract management, close out and post project analysis. Primary duties include:
- Respond to changing business needs and act in the capacity of internal consultant advising the Program Manager of issues and opportunities using professional standards and tools
- Develop project metrics, milestones and off-ramps.
- Monitor and react to events that impacts the project, communicate, motivate, empower liaise with project staff.
- Development of the change management, transition, training, sustainment and communications plans.
- Prepare procurement documents such as tender specifications, requests for proposal or request for quote.
- Facilitate planning sessions, brainstorming, focus groups, one-on-one meetings with project sponsors, key interested parties occasionally a project steering committee.
- Work collaboratively with a program team, leaders in Mobility Operations, and cross-corporate Business Units on strategic initiatives to position them for success
- Influence, consensus build, and balance competing interests in the development of a culture of superior customer experience driven by efficiency (cost), and effectiveness (performance).
Qualifications
- A completed 2 year diploma in Engineering, Business, Information Technology, or related field and at least 7 years related work experience as a project manager; OR
- A degree in Geomatics, Geography, Engineering, Commerce, Business, Information Technology or related field and at least 5 years related work experience as a project manager
- A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.
- Preference will be given to applicants with experience in change management on complex projects.
- Demonstrated project management skills, people management skills and ability to work with complex multi-disciplinary projects spanning time frames that may extend from one month to multiple years.
- Success in the position includes:
- Ability to work across all levels of the organization.
- Must be able influence others and move towards a common vision or goal.
- Ability to work well with minimum supervision and as an effective team member.
- Excellent organization, planning and well-developed interpersonal communication skills.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Mobility
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 12 months)
Location: 2808 Spiller Road SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 17, 2025
Job ID #: 312697
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Project Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of project management services across the Right of way Management Services Unit. You will be responsible for initiation, planning, resourcing, scope development, budget preparation, implementation, quality control, change management, contract management, close out and post project analysis. Primary duties include:
- Respond to changing business needs and act in the capacity of internal consultant advising the Program Manager of issues and opportunities using professional standards and tools
- Develop project metrics, milestones and off-ramps.
- Monitor and react to events that impacts the project, communicate, motivate, empower liaise with project staff.
- Development of the change management, transition, training, sustainment and communications plans.
- Prepare procurement documents such as tender specifications, requests for proposal or request for quote.
- Facilitate planning sessions, brainstorming, focus groups, one-on-one meetings with project sponsors, key interested parties occasionally a project steering committee.
- Work collaboratively with a program team, leaders in Mobility Operations, and cross-corporate Business Units on strategic initiatives to position them for success
- Influence, consensus build, and balance competing interests in the development of a culture of superior customer experience driven by efficiency (cost), and effectiveness (performance).
Qualifications
- A completed 2 year diploma in Engineering, Business, Information Technology, or related field and at least 7 years related work experience as a project manager; OR
- A degree in Geomatics, Geography, Engineering, Commerce, Business, Information Technology or related field and at least 5 years related work experience as a project manager
- A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.
- Preference will be given to applicants with experience in change management on complex projects.
- Demonstrated project management skills, people management skills and ability to work with complex multi-disciplinary projects spanning time frames that may extend from one month to multiple years.
- Success in the position includes:
- Ability to work across all levels of the organization.
- Must be able influence others and move towards a common vision or goal.
- Ability to work well with minimum supervision and as an effective team member.
- Excellent organization, planning and well-developed interpersonal communication skills.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Mobility
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 12 months)
Location: 2808 Spiller Road SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 17, 2025
Job ID #: 312697
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.