Build Nova Scotia

PMO Leadership

• Establish internal networks to help identify and define PMO priorities and workplans that are focused on removing project delivery barriers.
• Understand and continually communicate the PMO's value proposition and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Facilitate communication between the PMO and other departments where appropriate.
• In coordination with the PMO team, support the development of the PMO's strategic plan.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development within the PMO.

PMO Support

• Provide organizational support to the PMO team, including training sessions, managing project-related tools, and assisting with process improvements.
• Assist in drafting communication materials, briefing notes and information summaries.
• Coordinate or deliver basic training sessions for new PMO processes and resource tools.
• Maintain PMO project documentation, including project management plans.
• Aid in development and maintenance of PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Prepare reports on project status, performance, and key performance indicators.
• Support with meeting scheduling, note taking and other coordination tasks as required.

Project Delivery Support

• Develop and leverage an understanding of the project stakeholder environment and associated roles and responsibilities in project delivery.
• Work with project management team to identify project delivery needs and assist in providing solutions or opportunities to improve the project management maturity of the division.
• Support development and delivery of project management training programs and materials.
• Facilitate communication with a variety of stakeholders, including internal project teams and key external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and develop recommendations for change.
• Assist with development and maintenance of process maps to improve clear business processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Assist with the development and implementation of change management plans to support project objectives.
• Support risk management processes and produce monthly reports on risk management activities across the healthcare project portfolio.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Post-secondary education (degree or diploma) in business administration, project management or a related field with previous working exposure to the construction industry.
• 1-2 years' experience in a project management or a related position.
• Experience working in a PMO or change management environment is an asset
• A CAPM designation would be an asset.
• Change management certifications (e.g., Prosci) would be an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Business acumen with an understanding of dealing with project lifecycles, budgets, and schedules.
• PMP designation would be considered an asset.
• This position comes with a high level of autonomy and the Project Officer must be able to work autonomously upon receiving direction and use professional judgment as to when work situations require escalation.

Build Nova Scotia is the Province's Crown Corporation responsible for leading sustainable development of high-potential property and infrastructure across our province to drive economic and population growth. In short, we build things-and how we build them matters as much as what we build. We engage Nova Scotia's diverse communities to lead and support projects that create inclusive, sustainable places that people love. We leverage our projects and programs as tools to bring people together in pursuit of keeping Nova Scotians healthy, connected, and thriving no matter where they live. A thriving community is a powerful thing, and we're doing our part to help communities reach their full potential by stewarding projects that enhance quality of life and community well-being, build local pride and momentum, and grow our economy.

Our goal is a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the clients we serve. Build Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.