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Project Manager

@ The Cahill Group

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

The Cahill Group, through its Atlantica division, is hiring a full-time Mechanical Project Manager in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, to execute commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects. The role covers safety, quality, cost and schedule oversight, supervising craft and staff teams, and reporting to the Operations Manager. The posting states 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, summer hours, and pension matching.

Responsibilities:

  • Execute, monitor and oversee safety, quality, commercial and technical aspects of projects
  • Develop execution plans and schedules
  • Manage risk, change orders and RFIs
  • Supervise craft and staff project teams
  • Produce project reports and dashboards

Requirements summary:

  • Three to five years of project management experience
  • Commercial construction and mechanical discipline knowledge
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • PMP certification an asset
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Employer posting date
2026-11-04
First seen by our source
2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingConstruction site, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyWomen, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+, Newcomers to Canada, People with disabilities, Indigenous peoples
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Retirement plan

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The Cahill Group

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Job description
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

At Atlantica, a member of The Cahill Group of companies, we execute commercial and industrial construction projects and services in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. We’re looking for a Mechanical Project Manager to join our team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. In this role, you will be at the forefront in driving groundbreaking projects to success. As a key member of our dynamic team, you will cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. Your leadership and expertise in project execution will be instrumental to our continued success.

This Might Be The Right Fit For You If

  • You have experience in commercial construction and technical knowledge in the Mechanical discipline
  • You have three to Five years of Project Management experience.
  • Communication is a strength of yours, including effective writing skills which produce professional quality material.
  • You can work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
  • You have excellent problem-solving skills and take a positive, solution-oriented approach.

In addition to the above, we would consider having multi-discipline knowledge and experience and/or a Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification an asset.

What will you do as a Project Manager with Atlantica?

You will work closely with and report directly to the Operations Manager. Within this exciting and collaborative environment, you will:

  • Execute, monitor, and oversee all aspects (including safety, quality, commercial and technical) of assigned projects to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.
  • Support the pursuit of potential projects, including assisting in estimate preparation and bidding.
  • Develop an execution plan and schedule for each project.
  • Facilitate comprehensive risk identification and risk management before and during project execution.
  • Foster open and trusting client relationships to ensure collaborative project delivery aligned with client requirements.
  • Ensure all required materials, equipment and craft personnel are on site within established schedule and budget constraints.
  • Supervise project teams consisting of craft and staff personnel.
  • Produce regular project reports and dashboard summaries and maintain registers for shop drawings, change orders, RFIs, etc.
  • Prepare and manage the change process, ensuring timely approvals of all changes to project scope and schedule.
  • Be responsible for promoting a culture of health, safety and environmental accountability and actively contribute to Cahill’s objective of zero lost-time accidents.
  • Identify any unique safety hazards at project start and as site conditions change, collaborate with HSE Advisors to develop and implement action plans.
  • Foster a productive and respectful environment for all staff and craft personnel.

Why should you join Atlantica?

  • Summer Hours & Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Pension Matching & Cost-Shared Benefits
  • Company funded Professional Development

More About Atlantica

Based in Halifax since 1966, Atlantica, a member of the Cahill Group, is one of the largest mechanical and electrical contractors in the Maritimes. Equipped with leading-edge technologies, Atlantica’s highly skilled workforce executes a wide range of mechanical and electrical construction projects from design and fabrication to fire protection and maintenance services throughout a building’s life cycle to provide customized solutions to our clients.

Job Details

  • Permanent, full-time
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday

The Cahill Group embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates a work environment that is supportive, engaging, challenging, and innovative while enabling our employees to be collaborative, positive, and creative to reach our full potential. The Cahill Group is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. If you feel as though you can express some key qualities as noted in the above posting, please apply in confidence by clicking “apply now” below. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Location Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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