IST Project Manager The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity:

The IST Project Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the delivery of strategic initiatives within the University of Manitoba’s Data Analytics and Digital Enablement programs. This role provides project leadership across a portfolio of Data Analytics and Digital Enablement projects, working collaboratively with stakeholders, governance committees, technical teams, and business units to deliver value-driven outcomes that enhance institutional decision-making, digital capabilities, and operational effectiveness.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

- Seven to ten years of experience in a project manager/program manager role, delivering projects with formalized project management (e.g., PMBOK, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is required.
- Minimum seven years of experience developing and managing project/program budgets is required.
- Proven experience developing, managing, and tracking project plans, schedules, and resources is required.
- Previous experience leading a Digital Enablement team would be a definite asset.
- Previous experience leading a Data Analytics team would be a definite asset.
- Experience with Data Governance would be a definite asset.
- Experience working as a Project Manager in a Post-Secondary Institution would be a definite asset.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Strong practical project management and analytical skills are required.
- Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written (with the ability to communicate to various levels of management) are required.
- Strong planning, organizational, analysis, facilitation, and problem-solving skills are required.
- Must be adaptive to change and able to manage stress effectively.
- Ability to quickly learn, become competent in, and effectively apply new skills is required.
- Strong attention to detail with good follow up skills required.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team is required.
- Ability to work under pressure and to exhibit effective time management skills is required.




- Ability to work effectively within established deadlines is required.
- Ability to work self-managed and with independent judgement and action is required.
- Ability to exercise critical thinking and problem-solving abilities is required. Ability to lead and promote change in an administrative environment is required.
- Must approach situations by actively looking for opportunities to improve project processes.
- Advanced proficiency in the use of a Microsoft Project or other similar project management software is required.
- Advanced proficiency using Word, and Excel is required.
- Advanced proficiency using Microsoft SharePoint and Teams is required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
- Change Management certification would be considered an asset.
- Lead the delivery of Data Analytics and Digital Enablement projects and initiatives, coordinating technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to achieve approved objectives, timelines, and outcomes.
- Collaborate with business units, data owners, governance committees, and subject matter experts to define business requirements, success measures, data stewardship expectations, and operational objectives.
- Lead and manage projects in accordance with approved governance frameworks, project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
- Develop and maintain project management deliverables, including project charters, work plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, risk registers, assumptions, dependencies, and communication plans.
- Monitor and manage project progress, risks, issues, decisions, and interdependencies, ensuring timely resolution and escalation where appropriate.
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships by providing transparent and consistent communication regarding project status, deliverables, risks, impacts, and key decisions.
- Manage project financials, including budget development, forecasting, expenditure tracking, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
- Define and monitor project success measures, expected benefits, and key performance indicators to support value realization and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with project sponsors, clients, and stakeholders to confirm project scope, deliverables, priorities, and acceptance criteria, ensuring formal approvals are obtained at key project milestones.
- Lead or facilitate business process analysis, requirements gathering, and solution evaluation activities to support effective organizational and technology outcomes.
- Coordinate work across multiple IST teams, business units,



and institutional stakeholders to manage project dependencies, resource requirements, and competing priorities.
- Ensure projects align with university strategic priorities, institutional governance requirements, architecture standards, and portfolio objectives.
- Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with complex, cross-functional technology, analytics, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Support organizational change management, stakeholder readiness, user adoption, and communications activities to facilitate successful implementation of new processes, technologies, and services.
- Lead project close-out activities, including lessons learned, final reporting, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Ensure the successful transition of project deliverables to operational teams by coordinating operational readiness activities, completing knowledge transfer, establishing support and maintenance responsibilities, developing documentation and training materials, and confirming sustainable ownership of solutions following project completion.
- Lead and manage other technology projects and initiatives assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.

Why the University of Manitoba? Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work setting. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers: https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=49278 Closing Date: September 21, 2026

Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or (phone hidden). Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

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