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Job Summary
Building Projects Lead
Metropolitan District
Location: Halifax Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Full Time Permanent
Union Status: Excluded
Closing Date: August 25 2026
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Building Projects Lead who is a strong people leader and operational manager to guide a team and direct the delivery and coordination of major construction projects. This role is ideal for a leader who can balance operational excellence leadership and a commitment to service for tenants and applicants.
The Building Projects Lead is the district-level liaison to support implementation of the centrally governed capital plan ensuring district projects are scoped coordinated and delivered in alignment with the organizations capital priorities standards and technical direction. The role supports project execution by coordinating with the central technical team Procurement and external partners. The Lead ensures district needs constraints and operational realities inform the design process.
The Building Projects Lead reports to the District Director and connects district to corporate through the Infrastructure Steering Committee the primary vehicle to ensure collaboration across the organization as a forum for prioritization delivery-method decisions escalation and progress reporting.
- Linking maintenance history recurring failures and preventative maintenance insights to the capital planning process.
- Identifying infrastructure issues that should move from reactive maintenance into planned renewal recapitalization or modernization scopes.
- Supporting planning sequencing and operational readiness requirements for planned projects.
- Advising on which work is practical for in-house execution versus external contracting based on complexity timing and capacity.
- Ensuring maintenance priorities and field intelligence are reflected in asset planning and project timing decisions.
- Provide strong leadership to a team of project management staff within a district/hub model.
- Create a positive respectful and accountable workplace culture focused on service excellence.
- Conduct performance management activities including goal setting performance reviews and feedback.
- Promote safe work practices and ensure adherence to occupational health and safety standards.
- Support staff in managing complex building projects by partnering with appropriate internal and external resources.
As a leader you will demonstrate:
- People leadership accountability strong communication skills conflict resolution skills operational leadership.
Must Have
- Post-secondary education and extensive experience in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Significant experience leading teams responsible for capital project delivery facilities management maintenance operations infrastructure renewal or related functions.
- Experience overseeing building construction renovation modernization or infrastructure renewal projects within occupied facilities using asset condition information maintenance history and operational requirements to inform capital planning and project prioritization.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable building codes occupational health and safety legislation and project management technical experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing capital and operating budgets and supporting project and investment decisions.
- Experience supervising unionized staff and working within a collective agreement environment.
- Ability to interpret design drawings technical specifications and project documentation.
- Strong knowledge of building construction building systems maintenance practices and asset lifecycle management.
The Fine Print
An equivalent combination of training education and experience may be considered.
This position requires a valid drivers license and use of a work vehicle. Travel within HRM County is required.
At the Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA) we take pride in managing maintaining and operating government-owned public housing across the province. From single-family homes to high-rise apartments our goal is simple: to provide safe affordable housing that helps individuals and families build better lives in communities where they can thrive.
When you join our team youll work alongside dedicated professionals who care deeply about making a positive impact and providing exceptional service. We offer a competitive total compensation package that recognizes your contributions supports your well-being and gives you the opportunity to be a part of something meaningful. Together we are shaping the future of public housing in Nova Scotia. If youre ready to make a difference wed love to hear from you. Apply today!
- Salary: $3383.69 - $4398.80 biweekly (MC22)
- Schedule: 35-hour work week
Full-time permanent employees also receive:
- Comprehensive benefits including health dental life insurance and pension
- Paid vacation holidays sick time and additional leaves
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
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We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process please let us know. If youre part of an equity group we encourage you to self-identify when applying.
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