Project Manager

Job Description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Project Manager

Research Project

Department/Unit Facilities Management

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number S031-26

Employee Group DPMG

Position Type Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable) 18 months

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Salary $70,319 - $94,202 per annum

Classification ADM-06

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Facilities Management's mission is to provide the Dalhousie community with an inviting, safe and sustainable environment that supports and enhances an inspiring experience in learning, living, working and research. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Projects, the Project Manager is responsible for the safe and timely delivery of Facilities Management Minor Capital Projects.

Key Responsibilities

Arranges and executes contracts with the consultants and contractors to achieve the project goals and evaluates contracted work for performance and quality by ensuring appropriate qualifications and experience to perform contracted work.
Initiates activities required to develop the project, including development of Requests for Proposal ( RFP ) and tenders for design and/or construction. This involves coordination within the University with the Purchasing Department and Legal Counsel Office.
Creates meeting frameworks that enable the consultant team to engage effectively with clients to clarify requirements. The Project Manager ensures delivery of key project milestones including budget reviews and tender timelines.
Researches and advises the client in a variety of critical areas such as ergonomics, sustainability, accessibility, design standards, security, finishes, furniture, accessible lifts, lab equipment mechanical and electrical systems.
Represents the University's interests by ensuring all University guidelines, applicable building standards, national, provincial and municipal building codes are adhered to.
Confirms and refines the detailed budget breakdown inclusive of all deliverables, and oversees and thoroughly reviews tender documents to ensure coordination of drawings and specifications, performs value management analysis, and provides feedback to consultants.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a related field (e.g. Architecture, Engineering), plus approximately five years' experience in construction-related project management or consulting (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated financial and business management expertise, including sound judgment, and strategic thinking.
Proven ability to manage and resolve conflict, navigating complex situations with professionalism, tact, and fairness.

Assets

Project Management Professional ( PMP ) certification

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies, in particular:

Self-Awareness & Professionalism
Respect & Inclusion
Relationship Building
Resource & Process Management
Accountability for Performance & Results

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 02/19/2026

Close Date 03/05/2026

Open Until Filled No

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