Coordinator, Project Management

7 months ago

Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

**Competition #**: 42957

**Department**: Municipal Affairs and Housing

**Location**: HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**: Permanent

**Union Status**: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

**Closing Date**: 29-May-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is dedicated to working with municipalities to build healthy, vibrant, and safe communities throughout Nova Scotia. Municipal Affairs provides programs, grants, and funding opportunities for municipalities and community groups. The Department also provides services and guidance to municipalities in many areas including land use planning, budget planning and finance, infrastructure development, policy and program development, and support for economic development through the management of the Regional Enterprise Network program.

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is also responsible for ensuring the availability of safe, suitable, and affordable housing for all Nova Scotians. Our work involves making strategic investments, leveraging new funding, and building on critical partnerships to help further position ourselves to meet current and future housing challenges.

About Our Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Program Manager, the Coordinator of Project Management oversees the seamless delivery of inspection services vital to Housing Nova Scotia's repair and adaptation programs, new construction projects, and capital upgrades within the Central Region. This multifaceted position entails supervising, training, and deploying staff resources, as well as meticulously monitoring and tracking outcomes to establish priorities and meet targets effectively.

Primary Accountabilities

As a vital member of the Regional Housing Services management team, you will have a key role in guaranteeing the effectiveness of inspections, specification preparation, and estimating processes for properties receiving program funding. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the Property and Facilities Division in the creation and execution of capital budgets and enhancement strategies. Offering strategic technical guidance to the Co-op and Non-Profit Housing Sector, you will help lead the administration and management of substantial renovation, repair, and regeneration contracts pertaining to Department-owned properties.

Qualifications and Experience

**You demonstrate**:
Proven organizational skills, exceptional communication abilities, problem-solving aptitude, and negotiation skills.
Ability to effectively manage human resources, including setting and assessing staff performance objectives, fostering teamwork, and promoting a collaborative work environment.
Proficiency in project management, technical specification drafting, and contract administration.
Thorough understanding of occupational health and safety standards in construction settings.
Dedication to providing high-quality customer service, along with a track record of successfully collaborating with stakeholders.

**It is considered an asset if you**:
Have previous management experience,
Are familiar with job cost estimating,
Possess Red Seal Endorsement for a provincial or territorial certificate of qualification.

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We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include, but are not limited to:
Nine (9) years of direct related experience.
A completed related 2 year diploma and seven (7) years of experience.

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

This position required you to work on-site. Work is generally performed in an office environment. Occasionally you may need to move or lift objects such as boxes or files. You may be exposed to emotionally charged situations during the collection process. Travel is required for this position, as such a valid drivers license and ability to travel is necessary.

What We Offer

Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
Countless career paths.
Department Specific Flexible working schedul

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