Description
Total Rewards within People and Culture is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Position Title.
The University of Calgary is seeking an innovative and results-driven Project Manager to join our People and Culture team. This newly created role will establish robust human resource analytics and business intelligence deliveries, enabling data-driven decision-making across the university.
Reporting to the Director, Total Rewards, the Project Manager will design, develop, implement, and evaluate data solutions that deliver actionable insights, support agile decision-making, and enable proactive workforce planning. As a strategic advisor, this role will work closely with stakeholders to define data needs, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and create impactful dashboards, reports, and presentations for executive, board, and operational audiences.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Strategic Analytics and Reporting
- Develop and execute the human resource analytics roadmap aligned with People and Culture's priorities and the university's strategic goals.
- Define and monitor key PC metrics in areas such as talent acquisition, workforce planning, equity and inclusion, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
- Maintain governance, documentation, and best practices for data quality, analysis, and reporting.
- Advise senior leaders by translating insights into actionable strategies.
Data Design, Visualization and Insights
- Gather, analyze, and prioritize business requirements for analytics initiatives.
- Design user-friendly dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Power BI.
- Integrate and analyze data from multiple sources using Python, SQL, and Excel.
- Apply data storytelling techniques to clearly communicate insights, trends, and risks.
- Incorporate an EDI lens into all analytics work.
Client Engagement and Data Enablement
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand evolving data needs and deliver existing or tailored solutions.
- Provide training, tools, and support to enhance data literacy and self-service analytics.
- Foster a data-informed culture by embedding analytics into operational and strategic planning.
Process Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data quality, and analytics workflows.
- Leverage automation and smart design to enhance operational efficiency.
- Stay informed on emerging analytics tools, trends, and best practices.
- Support change management initiatives through measurement, reporting, and insights.
Project Leadership and Stakeholder Management
- Lead analytics projects from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities.
- Perform project evaluation and present outcomes to PC leadership, and other senior leaders as required.
- Communicate project goals, timelines, risks, and outcomes to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Balance multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and a high standard of user experience.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Data Science, or related field (Master's degree or professional certifications an asset).
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in data analytics, preferably in HR, workforce planning, or organizational effectiveness.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, Python, SQL, and Power BI.
- Strong understanding of HR data structures, metrics, and systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Workday, SuccessFactors).
- Proven ability to design, implement, and scale business intelligence tools and dashboards.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for varied audiences.
- Demonstrated experience leading analytics projects in an agile, collaborative environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Ability to apply an EDI lens to data analysis and recommendations.
Application Deadline: September 11, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is classified in the Professional Career Band, Level 4 of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.
For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).
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We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.