construction project manager
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Project Manager (Engineer 4/Architect 3)
Posted on
October 15, 2024
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Employer details
Public Service Commission, Government of Nova Scotia
Job details
Competition # : 44308 Department: Public WorksLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 25-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe mission of the Department of Public Works is to deliver quality public building infrastructure for Nova Scotia. Our mandate is to ensure that the institutional infrastructure is constructed in a way that improves the lives of Nova Scotians while furthering the Provincial Government's goal of acting on climate change. The Building Project Services (BPS) Division of Public Works is responsible for the design and construction of new and renovated building infrastructure ranging in value from $1,000,000 up to $500,000,000 and encompassing building types such as Schools, Courthouses, Healthcare Facilities, Museums and Art Galleries, Provincial Buildings, Highway operations buildings and more.Project Managers provide leadership and management of contruction projects for Provincial Government building Infrastructure projects.The Building Infrastructure Design and Construction Division includes a dedicated team of professionals that work together with the goal of providing Nova Scotia with a better built environment. If you would like to help manage building Infrastructure projects and be part of a professional team that helps to shape and influence policy and practice for better more sustainable buildings in Nova Scotia, then we have an opportunity for you.About Our OpportunityAs the Project Manager, you are accountable for the successful delivery of projects involving the design, construction and/or renovation of large multi-million-dollar public buildings. You are a critical resource to the Building Infrastructure Design and Construction Division, ensuring the projects you manage are carried out in compliance with Public Works policies pertaining to scope, quality, schedule, and budget.Primary AccountabilitiesThe expertise you provide begins early in the project life cycle (design and tendering), and requires rigorous attention throughout the construction phase, and continues through to the end of the warranty phase. You will be responsible for:managing contracts the Province has with contractors and consultants;continuous monitoring and updating of project costs, schedule, and scope;leading your project team of professional designers, builders, inspectors, and other key project members in identifying and resolving issues and identifying and removing roadblocks;identifying, analyzing and mitigating project risks;liaising between Public Works and client groups throughout the duration of the projects;ensuring safety is of top priority and work is carried out in accordance with the OHS Act and Regulations, as well as Department standards and polices; andproviding a smooth transition to end users by ensuring the building is ready for occupancy.You are the key point of contact who keeps Public Works' senior and financial managers and the stakeholder departments advised of the status of the projects.As a key member of the Building Infrastructure Design and Construction Division you provide strong leadership qualities as you motivate your building construction team to meet all challenges that arise throughout the life of the project.Qualifications and ExperienceAs the successful candidate, you must have one of the following qualifications:A bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering institution with a minimum of six (6) years of experience managing large and complex building construction projects. You must also be (or meet the requirements to be) actively registered as a Full Member (P.Eng) with Engineers Nova Scotia (ENS); orArchitecture degree from an accredited architecture institution with a minimum of eight (8) years of experience managing large and complex building construction projects. You must also be (or meet the requirements to be) actively registered as a Full Member (Architect) with the Nova Scoti
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LocationHalifax, NS
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CareerBeacon
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Advertised until
2024-10-25
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