31 Jul
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Upanup
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Calgary
Upanup is looking for a full-timeProject Manager & Strategist to lead complex web projects from planning through delivery. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and client communication. You will work closely with clients, strategists, designers, and developers to ensure projects stay aligned, organized, and moving forward. This is a permanent, full-time role that will start early May 2026 . This position is well suited to someone who brings structure to complexity, exercises sound judgment, and communicates clearly with a wide range of decision makers. Upanup builds and supports websites primarily for municipal governments. Our work helps people access important information and services in their communities, and we take pride in delivering thoughtful, practical solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment. About our hiring process This role involves managing multiple priorities and making practical decisions when trade-offs are required. As part of our hiring process, we ask candidates to complete a short, scenario-based application designed to reflect real work at Upanup. We value clear thinking, good judgment, and the ability to keep projects moving forward over polished or generic responses. What you will do Lead and manage website development and redesign projects from initiation through launch Own day-to-day client communication, facilitate meetings, align teams, and maintain progress Create and manage project plans, timelines, and task lists to keep work on time and within scope Coordinate across internal teams to reach project milestones and resolve dependencies Prepare for and lead client meetings, training sessions, demos, and presentations Produce clear,
purposeful project documentation that supports alignment and decision-making Support quality assurance through content review, testing, and minor troubleshooting Assist with content porting, review, and creation when needed Identify risks, surface trade-offs, and make practical recommendations to keep work progressing What success looks like in this role You communicate clearly and calmly with clients and internal teams You bring structure to complexity and help decision makers get aligned You make sound prioritization decisions when not everything can be done at once You can clearly explain the trade-offs behind your decisions You maintain a positive, professional tone while keeping momentum You follow through and ensure work moves forward What we’re looking for 4–7 years of experience in project management, digital strategy, or a related client-facing role Experience working on complex, multi-decision makers projects Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and organization Comfort working with web-based tools and content management systems Attention to detail balanced with the ability to prioritize effectively A steady, solutions-oriented approach when working with clients Nice to have:
Experience working with municipal governments or public-sector organizations Experience with website content management systems and project management tools What we offer Permanent, full-time employment starting early-May 2026 Starting salary of$68,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience Three weeks of paid vacation to start Health benefits starting after three months First three months: in-office at least four days per week After three months: in-office Tuesdays and Thursdays at minimum See sidebar for a list of perks of working at Upanup How to apply We require applicants to use the application form linked below to submit a PDF copy of your resume, and short answers to a few questions that help us understand more about your experience. The application should take approximately10–15 minutes to complete. Only candidates located in Calgary or Kitchener–Waterloo will be considered. An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people through a variety of web solutions A healthy work environment based on core values of integrity, quality, efficiency, progress and friendliness Ability to collaborate with an experienced team on solutions that tens of thousands of people use each day An opportunity to grow in your career through career development Be part of a growing independent business where you’ll have open lines of communication with people in all levels and roles Perks of working at Upanup Flexible hybrid framework New office spaces in great locations Paid wellness days Three weeks paid vacation to start Monthly social events Complementary office snacks and drinks iPhone and Macbook Pro for work and personal use #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Project Manager & Strategist - C$68,000 - C$80,000 A Year (Calgary)
🏢 Upanup
📍 Calgary