Project Manager - Temporary 12-month Term

Position Title: Project Manager - 12 Month Temporary

Department: Facilities Management

Position Type: Full-time, 12-month Temporary, 37.5 hours/week

Classification: MPE Band F - $80,418 to $98,241

Posting Date: November 4, 2026

Closing Date: November 20, 2026 at 1600

StFX University has undertaken a significant campus renewal during the past decade. Recently completing more than a dozen projects which were valued from $10 million to $50 million. In addition, there are many smaller, complex projects to support the University's teaching, learning, and recreation built environment.

The University has a requirement for a Temporary Project Manager (12-Month Term). The position will provide coordination of project execution and control for the built environment, within scope, budget, and time schedules from initial start- up through project closeout. They will coordinate efforts of the assigned team to ensure completeness and accuracy of design effort.

The incumbent must have the technical expertise to manage multiple development and production programs simultaneously.

Salary commensurate to experience and education; Full benefits included (excluding Long Term Disability and pension).

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of project discipline scope elements within budget and schedule:
• Communicate project scope, design, and deliverable requirements to all internal groups;
• Oversee completeness and accuracy of project team's work. Guides team to overall project objectives;
• Create status reports for all projects managed;
• Review and understand project budgets;
• Communicate and follow up with clients about specific projects and their goals;
• Track material orders and deliveries with the University’s vendors and buyers;
• Develop accurate and detailed project plans for a variety of projects;
• Prepare written estimates / change order proposal for clients based on labor, materials, equipment and other expenses;
• Nurture client relationships;
• Provides additional support to internal groups as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar technical degree a plus
• 10 years experience in design and construction of which at least 5 years are in a project management role managing multiple projects simultaneously
• A strong commitment to customer relations and institutional objectives, Effective troubleshooting, leadership and organizational skills, Ability to understand and work with budgets and objectives
• Ability to demonstrate innovation and good judgment/problem solving skills, Ability to interpret architectural, engineering & shop drawings, Strong analytical and project management skills, Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Projects and a working knowledge of databases.

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StFX is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

StFX is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility and encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

StFX is also committed to eliminating barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. If accommodation is required during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@stfx.ca or 902-867-5038.