Project controller Jobs in Fredericton, NB

Closing Date : March 18, 2025 at 4 : 00 PMFaculty of NursingFaculty of Nursing at UNB is known for its excellence in teaching, research, clinical practice, leadership and innovation. Faculty of Nursing students and their instructors have been contributing to community health in New Brunswick by establishing meaningful partnerships through experiential education under various graduate and undergraduate programs.WHAT WE OFFERFull-time | (Two-Year) Term | Fredericton | On-CampusUNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance.Standard Work Hours : Mon - Fri | 8 : 15 am - 4 : 30 pm | 36.25 hours per weekSalary Range : $55,989 - 72,785$ per annumYOUR FOCUSReporting to the Dean, the Project Manger has a pivotal role in achieving the vision and mission of the Faculty of Nursing to be the program of preference for nursing education in Atlantic Canada. This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, prioritizing, and leading the execution of projects across the Fredericton campus and the Moncton site. The position works closely with the three Associate Deans and the Executive Assistant to the Dean.Maintain project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, including assigning tasks, managing team dynamics, and fostering collaboration and motivation.Assist or collaborate with the Academic Planning & Strategic Leadership team on large scale projects and / or projects that bridge more than one nursing program.Identify project stakeholders, communicate with them regularly, and manage their expectations throughout the project lifecycle.Identify potential risks to project success, develop risk mitigation strategies, and monitor risk throughout the project.Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including meeting minutes, status reports, and project plansCollaborates with the Dean in preparing and submitting project grants for scholarship of teaching and learning within nursing.Carry out the research, best practice review, and data collection for projects within the Faculty of Nursing.Prepare regular progress reports, status updates, and presentations for project stakeholders, highlighting key milestones, issues, and achievements.Lead working groups, within the Faculty and the Office of the Dean tasked with researching recent developments and designing and implementing innovative new best practices to address such developments.Work closely with the Financial Office to develop and manage project budgets. Process and track expenses, reimbursements, invoices, and payments related to projects and events, ensuring timely and accurate processing, adherence to financial policies and procedures and ensuring financial accountability.Prepare quarterly and / or annual reports to funders, government and Office of the Provost at UNBPlan and coordinate all aspects of events for the Office of the Dean including venue selection, catering, entertainment, audiovisual requirements, and logistics.Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies to promote events, including creating promotional materials, managing social media campaigns, and collaborating with Strategic Communications and Marketing (Central).Monitor ongoing communications, podcasts, news feeds for opportunities related to health and wellness as potential relationships and project opportunities for nursing.Participate in marketing events particularly related to recruitment and retention.Other tasks as assigned by the department.WHAT YOU BRINGAn undergraduate degree is required, supplemented with project management and / or public relations courses and experience. Master's degree will be considered an asset.A minimum of five years experience in managing projects - focusing on effective communication including dealing with clients, donors, networks, and / or leadership teams; working with networks or large groups, managing critical and sensitive issues.A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.Additional StrengthsAbility to multi-task with high attention to detail despite frequent interruptions, competing demands and changing priorities.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work with diverse groups and individuals at all levels of the organization.Thorough understanding of work ethics related to confidentiality and quality assurance.Proficiency in the use of technology including Microsoft Office.About University of New BrunswickThe University of New Brunswick employs more than 3,200 full- and part-time staff, including faculty, support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2025 and one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for 2024.UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mi'kmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river, a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.Other InformationWHY CHOOSE UNB?UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIONThe University of New Brunswick and PSAC / PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.