Senior Project Manager, People Projects - Temporary (14 months)

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

As the Senior Project Manager, People Projects, you will be responsible for managing assigned projects from brief through to delivery. You will partner with Program Managers to define project objectives, scope, budget, resource allocations, approvals and success criteria. You will be leading projects that will evolve, innovate and scale our People programming for employees globally. Your knowledge of project management, combined with your strategic thinking, strong partnership and communication skills will empower you to manage an efficient end-to-end process and deliver exceptional results.

This role is primarily based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid remote work. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Meet Your Future Team:

The People & Culture Enablement and Experience team leads business management, project management, employee experiences and events. Through thoughtful experiences, impactful meetings, meaningful interactions and activations in our spaces, we create the conditions for teams and the business to thrive.

This team is the conduit between People & Culture experiences, programs and projects, and our cross-functional partners - enabling growth, scaling our capabilities and activating our culture to achieve our business goals. We create and implement standard operating principles to ensure a consistent experience for our global and regional employees. We work in close partnership with our cross-functional partners within People & Culture, and across the organization.

If you were the Senior Project Manager, People Projects, here are some of the core activities you would be doing::
• Leading the planning and execution of all assigned projects; focused primarily on retail and cyclical programming workstreams ensuring they are delivered on-time, on-budget and in line with our standard operating principles

• Maintaining a prioritized outline of projects, milestones, action items and status reports for all assigned projects

• Providing strategic guidance & thought partnership to Program Owners and Project Teams, ensuring clarity of roles, responsibilities and deliverables

• Building and maintaining relationships with key partners across retail and within the organization

• Coordinating and communicating effectively with project partners, including cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure visibility, engagement and on-going alignment

• Proactively identifying and managing project risks and recommending mitigation strategies

• Ensuring project documentation is well-documented, current and complete

• Championing process innovation & optimization within the People Projects teamto continuously evolve operational practices, tools, process and workflow

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future::
• Leading the larger scale projects and new initiatives as part of our longer-term roadmap

• Working with the Amer and the global group People and Culture team members on broader initiatives

Are you our next Senior Project Manager, People Operations? :
• You have 5 years’ experience in complex Project Management, and ideally a degree or diploma in project management

• You have a relentless attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines

• You have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide insights and guide work across the department and business

• You ideally have experience in People and Culture (Human Resources) related programming such as learning & development, total rewards, people analytics, talent management, systems and/or operations programs in a global business landscape

• You have the ability to influence and guide without direct control

• You are proficient in creating, organizing and leading efficient and effective workflow and project plans

• You have advanced experience using project management platforms and tools (Monday.com, Smartsheet, etc)

• You are proficient in budget management, financial tracking and reporting

• You can collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment to drive results

• You are capable of finding simple, scalable solutions for complex problems and developing others to do the same

• You are proficient in managing a portfolio of projects and leading change through others

• You have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build, maintain, and influence relationships at all levels

• You have a commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and personal development

• You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions

• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity

• Brings exceptional PowerPoint design and visual storytelling capability; expected to consistently produce polished, high‑impact presentations that support decision‑making and stakeholder alignment.

• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

Compensation::
• The salary range for this role is CAD$94,000 - CAD$124,000

Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.

We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:

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Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.

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Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).

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Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.

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Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).

 *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

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