VFX project manager

Harbourside Engineering Consultants; Dartmouth; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dartmouth, NS is seeking a detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee heavy civil infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on coordination and communication, you will assist in planning and managing all aspects of engineering projects. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of project management experience and a degree in Engineering. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model after onboarding along with competitive benefits, including a lifestyle bonus and vacation time.

Benefits

5% RRSP match

3 weeks vacation

$1,000 lifestyle bonus after one year

Good Life Corporate Membership

Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel (Nova Scotia primarily).
• Comfortable with hybrid work after onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordination of engineering projects.
• Track project progress and report on key performance indicators.
• Facilitate communication between engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Support identification and mitigation of project risks.
• Organize and document project meetings.

Skills

Project management experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering (Civil or related discipline)

Job description

VFX project manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Manager with a focus on heavy civil infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in delivering projects of all sizes, coordinating with clients and engineering teams, and supporting our growing operations.

Job details

The Harbourside Group of Companies includes Harbourside Project Management, Harbourside Engineering Consultants, Harbourside Transportation Consultants, Harbourside Geotechnical Consultants, Harbourside Industrial Group, and W.S. Langley Concrete & Materials Technology. As one of Atlantic Canada’s fastest growing and award‑winning engineering firms, we are a full‑service heavy civil infrastructure consulting group with offices in Dartmouth, NS; Stratford, PEI; St. John’s, NL; and Stoney Creek, ON.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordination of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with goals and timelines.
• Track project progress and report on key performance indicators to stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between engineering teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Support identification and mitigation of project risks and issues.
• Organize and participate in project meetings, documenting key decisions and action items.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.
• Assist with quality assurance and verification tasks.
• Manage smaller projects independently.
• Maintain schedules, track budgets, and manage risks.
• Prepare reports and meeting minutes.
• Assist with proposals and infrastructure support.
• Attend meetings and follow up on action items.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Degree in Engineering (Civil or related discipline) required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel (Nova Scotia primarily).
• Comfortable with hybrid work after onboarding.

Perks & Benefits

• 5% RRSP match.
• 3 weeks vacation.
• $1,000 lifestyle bonus after one year of employment.
• Good Life Corporate Membership.
• Performance Bonus.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: 4 days/week in office in Dartmouth, NS for the first 6 months, then flexible remote options upon approval.

Work Location

• Location: Dartmouth, NS
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $70,000 to $90,000 per year
• Terms of employment: Full‑time, Permanent
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1