About this 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 a Project Management Office Team Lead, you will lead the Human Resources (HR) Project Management Office, which brings structure, consistency, and clear oversight to a portfolio of HR projects. You will help set priorities, strengthen governance, support project managers and teams, and improve how project work is planned, tracked, and delivered across HR. Primary duties include:
• Lead and oversee the Human Resources Project Management Office, establishing structure, consistency, and clear governance across the HR project portfolio.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks and processes for HR projects, including intake, prioritization, decision making, escalation and regular governance forums.
• Manage and optimize the HR project portfolio, including resource planning and decision support to enable effective delivery.
• Define and ensure project management standards, practices and tools to promote quality and a unified approach across HR projects.
• Monitor and report on portfolio status, risks, dependencies, and milestones, ensuring clear and timely communication to leadership.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to project managers, consultants, and cross-functional teams to strengthen delivery outcomes.
• Partner with HR and corporate teams to align priorities and to support consistent, effective project delivery.
• Identify and implement practical improvements to strengthen project delivery, consistency and overall results.
Qualifications
• A degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field combined with a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation. Preference will be given to applicants with a specialization in Project Management.
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in project delivery, including portfolio oversight and process improvement.
• Experience establishing, leading, or enhancing a Project Management Office (PMO) is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working in a large, complex organization leading staff, setting priorities, coaching, and performance management.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional work involving people, process, and technology.
• The ability to lead through influence in a matrix environment and build strong working partnerships.
• Strong skills in communication, facilitation, report writing, negotiation, and change management.
• Sound judgment and a practical, solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
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. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Position and Pay Information
• Business Unit: Human Resources
• Union: Exempt
• Position Type: 1 Permanent
• Compensation: Level P3 $104,938 - 131,172 per annum
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: July 14, 2026
• Job ID: 314810
• Amendment: Apply By date
Amendment: Apply By date Amendment Date: July 6, 2026