Project Manager

Project Manager

COVE

Dartmouth NS

Who is COVE

COVE is a tech hub and commercialization partner home to more than 400 organizations that use its facilitiesservicesand programs. COVE brings together industry academia and government to accelerate marine technology development and commercialization - from seabed to space - ensuring resilient supply chains built with Canadian solutions. Through its vast international network COVE has been at the forefront of providing invaluable networking opportunities fostering connections and leading discussions within the global marine technology community.

COVE spearheads programs aimed at nurturing talentexpeditingthe release of technology products and bolstering the success of emerging ventures by startups scaleups and SMEs. These initiatives coupled with COVEs ability to harness diverse skills andexpertisenationally within the innovation ecosystem serve as an enabler for overcoming industry challenges driving economic growth and delivering value to investors.

As COVE experiences rapid expansion we are activelyseekingto expand our team to further bolster our transformational influence on the marine sector. We recognize that our journey toward this goal hinges on the strength of our team-a group of individuals who collaborate innovate and continually strive for excellence. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and advancement.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager Major Projects the Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and delivering the successful execution of various technical projects at COVE aimed at providing solutions to the marine sector. They will be responsible for management of timelines resources and budgets to ensure project objectives are met in line with scope requirements. Additionally the Project Manager will be responsible for stakeholder management providing project update meetings internally and externally reporting and other duties as required.

The Project Manager will work closely with the Senior Manager Major Projects and must have the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively.

What Youll Do :

• Manage project activities to ensure timely and successful delivery meeting key performance indicators and financial objectives .
• Build and maintain relationships with COVE project team members and external partners to foster collaboration define project scopes and gather requirements.
• Identify dependencies minimize risks and propose mitigation strategies to support project success.
• Monitor project performance and prepare regular progress reports for COVEs internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the development of project plans ; manage timelines and budgets ensuring proper implementation throughout the lifecycle.
• Contribute to COVE project proposals and support funding acquisition efforts.
• Ensure adherence to COVEs project management best practices industry standards and all relevant regulations.
• S upport COVE leadership in presenting project updates and outcomes to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure compliance with COVEs policies and procedures including human resources safety and operational standards.
• Take on additional responsibilities as to support the success and growth of COVEs programs and strategic initiatives.
• Occasional t ravel as .

What You Bring :

Additional Assets :

Working at COVE

At our core we are a team driven by our passion for empowering marine tech innovators serving as unwavering advocates for every visionary who walks through our doors. Integrity creativity and diversity are not just values to us - they are the bedrock of our identity. We thrive within an integrated team environment where collective efforts culminate in tangible results. Embracing diversity in our workforce is paramount for fostering genuine collaboration and fulfilling the impactful responsibilities we hold within our community. We cultivate a workplace culture that celebrates individual differences ensuring that each persons unique talents and strengths are fully recognized appreciated and utilized. Operating within a hybrid and flexible work environment allows us to optimize the collective potential of our highly collaborative team enabling us to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Benefits :

Talent Pool

As part of our ongoing recruitment efforts we continually identify candidates who demonstrate the skills experience and potential to contribute to our organization. By submitting your application you will be considered for current and future opportunities that match your qualifications and interests.

Should your profile align with our current or future needs a member of our recruitment team may reach out to you to discuss potential opportunities and to further assess your fit for specific roles within our organization.

Dont meet every single requirement At COVE we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if you are excited about this role but your past experience does not align with every single qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We are committed to ensuring accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request.

We offer an excellent working environment where life balance is valued. Our people and their commitment to quality work is what drives our success. You can find out more information about COVE at .Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience note that relocation costs are not supported.

To be considered for this position please apply online by clicking deadline for submission is November 11th 2025 at 5pm (Atlantic). We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Innovation

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1