Building energy efficiency and climate resilience

Position: Project Manager, Building to Zero Exchange (Halifax/Hybrid)
Organization: Net Zero Atlantic
Location: Halifax (Hybrid), Nova Scotia

Position Overview

Building to Zero Exchange (BTZx) is accelerating the transition to net‑zero buildings across Atlantic Canada. We are seeking a Project Manager to play a leadership role in delivering integrated design projects and developing industry partnerships that catalyze change across the building sector.

As a vital member of the BTZx delivery team, you’ll advance net‑zero action by building capacity, strengthening collaboration, and enabling real-world results across the building sector. You’ll manage projects that bring together industry, researchers, and practitioners through engagement sessions, training, and shared resources, acting as the connector that turns ideas into impact.

This role offers a unique opportunity to operate at the intersection of innovation, industry, and impact, helping scale energy‑efficient, climate‑resilient buildings and shaping a more sustainable built environment across the region.

About Us – Net Zero Atlantic and Building to Zero Exchange

Net Zero Atlantic (NZA) is an independent, non-profit, energy-research organization dedicated to advancing Atlantic Canada’s transition to a net-zero energy future. We are a hybrid organization, headquartered in Halifax with staff in five locations across Canada. We lead applied research that turns complex questions into practical insight, working collaboratively with universities, governments, industry, Indigenous partners, and community organizations.

NZA is the secretariat for the Building to Zero Exchange (BTZx), providing leadership support and operational infrastructure. BTZx is a coalition of stakeholders committed to building capacity for net-zero infrastructure. As a convener for the building sector, BTZx collaborates and connects with everyone through research, events, resource development, skills training, and communications. We work together as collective champions for the innovation, policy, business, and regulatory actions necessary to advance Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada’s net-zero transition.

What We Offer

• A healthy, balanced work environment that recognizes life outside of work matters.
• A flexible, hybrid work environment designed to help you do your best work.
• A competitive annual salary: $65,000–$80,000, based on experience and qualifications. 
• A comprehensive total compensation package that includes:
  • Health, dental, life, AD&D, and disability coverage (no waiting period).
  • Generous vacation, 13 paid holidays, and additional paid time off.
  • Professional development opportunities to support your growth.

About the Opportunity

In this contract position, with a term ending March 31, 2027, and potential for extension based on organizational needs, you will report to the Program Manager, BTZx, and be responsible for:

• Leading and managing projects that advance net-zero building practices, including tracking progress, financials, and reporting to directors, funders, and stakeholders.
• Championing the delivery of BTZx’s Integrated Design Process (IDP) program, engaging and supporting building projects across the public and private sectors.
• Engaging project owners, developers, and design and construction teams, clearly articulating the value of IDP to prospective participants and the broader building sector.
• Coordinating training and design charrettes delivered by external partners.
• Supporting the development of a business case for ongoing program delivery.
• Providing strategic input into BTZx’s industry engagement initiatives, identifying priority stakeholders, emerging challenges, and opportunities to maximize relevance and participation.
• Writing proposals, funding applications, and managing contracts with external consultants.
• Building and enhancing BTZx’s reputation as a trusted, unbiased organization through collaboration and communication with stakeholders across sectors.
• Supporting activities that further Net Zero Atlantic’s mandate and align with broader sustainability and climate resilience goals.

Required Qualifications Include:

• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, Energy or Sustainability Consulting, or a related field from a recognized institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from planning and proposal development through delivery, reporting, and financial oversight.
• Strong understanding of building project delivery, including net-zero and collaborative design approaches such as the IDP.
• Knowledge of the Atlantic Canadian building sector, including established networks and relationships.
• Familiarity with applicable construction codes, standards, and policies, particularly in Nova Scotia.
• Experience in program and business model development and an ability to connect project outcomes to broader industry impacts.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse and cross‑sector partners.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and self-management skills.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Experience collaborating with First Nations or equity-deserving groups is considered an asset.

At Net Zero Atlantic, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and included. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and welcome applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from individuals and communities who experience barriers to equity.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please submit your application HERE by 11:00 p.m. Atlantic Time on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.