The Government of Nova Scotia
About the role
The Government of Nova Scotia's Department of Public Works is hiring a Project Manager to lead the design, construction, and renovation of large public buildings. The position is based at 1672 Granville Street in Halifax and combines office and field work. Travel within Nova Scotia is required.
Responsibilities
- Manage provincial contracts with construction contractors and consultants.
- Monitor and update project scope, costs, quality, and schedules from design and tendering through construction and the warranty phase.
- Lead project teams of designers, builders, inspectors, and other project members; resolve issues and remove roadblocks.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks.
- Liaise with Public Works, client groups, senior and financial managers, and stakeholder departments.
- Ensure work follows occupational health and safety requirements and departmental policies.
- Support a smooth transition by ensuring buildings are ready for occupancy.
Qualifications
- Engineering degree and at least six years managing large, complex building construction projects, with full P.Eng. registration or eligibility for immediate registration with Engineers Nova Scotia; or
- Architecture degree and at least eight years managing large, complex building construction projects, with full Architect registration or eligibility for immediate registration with the Nova Scotia Association of Architects.
- Strong technical knowledge of construction and engineering principles, business judgment, and risk management skills.
- Valid driver's licence and ability to travel.
Work conditions
Field work may involve adverse weather, construction-site hazards, heavy equipment, heights, and confined spaces. Emergency work and occasional overtime may be required.
Compensation and employment
Permanent, full-time bargaining-unit position. Salary: $3,547.06–$4,171.42 biweekly. Initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union; external applicants and casual employees may be considered if there are no qualified bargaining-unit candidates. Applications close October 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM Atlantic Time.