Project Manager

Position Purpose and Summary

The Project Manager provides essential leadership and oversight in the planning, execution, and completion of one of TWU's key initiatives, the development of a Strategic Enrolment Plan (SEP). This role involves managing internal and external project resources, timelines, and budgets, ensuring the project's objectives are met in alignment with Trinity Western University's strategic goals. The Project Manager will work closely with all stakeholders to foster collaboration, prepare deliverables, and ensure the success of the project. This role will be split between managing the SEP project and supporting other key projects as required.

Key Areas of Accountability

Project Leadership:

• Lead the SEP project from initiation to completion, ensuring all milestones and objectives are met on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including the TWU Executive Leadership Team (ELT), working groups comprised of faculty and staff, and external consultants.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Plan and facilitate regular project meetings, including internal stakeholder kick-offs, working group sessions, and consultant site visits.
• Engage and collaborate with various stakeholders to establish a shared understanding and commitment to the Strategic Enrolment Plan as it emerges.

Project Planning and Implementation:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress and performance, implementing adjustments as necessary to keep the project on track.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with the project.
• Develop and maintain a risk management plan to address potential project challenges and ensure successful delivery.

Communication:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for project-related communications.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to the Executive Sponsor and other leaders.

Documentation:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and project plans.

Resource Management:

• Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor resource allocation and project expenditures to ensure efficient use of resources.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that all project activities comply with university policies and quality standards.

Administrative Support:

• Provide administrative support as needed, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and coordinating project events.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to lead complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Proven ability to present to and communicate effectively with all levels of an organization including executive leaders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• High level of initiative and proactive approach to work.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Trinity Western University.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Standards & Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, preferably in higher education or a related sector.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is highly desirable.

Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing.

This is a 12-month, fixed-term, full-time position.

Benefits Of Working at TWU:

• A comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, and insurance and an RRSP matching program.
• Annual statutory holidays (14) with generous vacation accruement.
• Tuition Benefit for TWU undergraduate and graduate level courses to enhance knowledge and professional competency.
• Torch tuition scholarship for dependents of eligible employees attending TWU.
• Free access to TWU's fitness/gym facilities and the Norma Marion Alloway Library.
• Subsidized meals at the main cafeteria.
• Discounts and perks for the on-site Trinity Western Outfitters Campus Store and coffee shops, as well as shops and restaurants in Fort Langley.
• Wellness benefits (i.e., counselling, sick days, personal days, and health/wellness spending account).
• Free recreational equipment rentals (e.g., paddle boards, snowshoes, kayaks, etc.).
• Free employee parking on campus.
• Special community events throughout the year.
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP).
• A positive Christian fellowship environment.

Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the University's mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law.

We particularly invite applications from indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process should contact People & Culture.

Trinity Western University is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Sto:lo people. (Langley)

Updated: August 2024