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The Opportunity

Net Zero Atlantic (NZA) is helping lay the groundwork for Atlantic Canada's offshore wind future-one of the region's most significant clean energy opportunities.

As Project Manager - Offshore Wind, you will lead projects that support informed decision-making and responsible offshore wind development in a rapidly evolving sector. Working across governments, industry, Indigenous partners, researchers, and communities, you will advance research, strengthen collaboration, and support meaningful engagement that helps inform Atlantic Canada's approach to offshore wind development.

If you are an experienced project manager who thrives in evolving environments and enjoys turning ambitious ideas into action, this role is for you. We need someone who can quickly take ownership, navigate complexity, and help move critical projects forward. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with leaders from across the sector while contributing to the research, partnerships, and initiatives shaping Atlantic Canada's offshore wind future at a pivotal moment for the sector.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

This is a fixed-term, full-time, 14-month hybrid position based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The role covers a parental leave, with the possibility of extension.

The successful candidate will work a mix of remote and in-office days, report to a Program Manager, and be responsible for:

Leading high-impact projects from proposal development through execution, including planning, budgeting, financial reporting, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communications.
Administering third-party research activities, including RFP development, consultant procurement, contract administration, and oversight of deliverables.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with partners, funders, consultants, and stakeholders across government, industry, academia, Indigenous communities, and community organizations.
Coordinating and supporting stakeholder engagement activities that bring together governments, industry, Indigenous partners, researchers, and communities through committees, workshops, webinars, conferences, and other collaborative initiatives.
Preparing funding applications, proposals, presentations, briefing materials, and reports for a variety of audiences.
Representing Net Zero Atlantic at meetings and events, facilitating discussions and presenting evidence-based information to diverse audiences.
Supporting the development of new projects, partnerships, and funding opportunities aligned with Net Zero Atlantic's applied research mandate.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in engineering, science, environmental studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5+ years of relevant experience in offshore wind or a related sector (offshore energy, marine operations, or ocean industries), combined with project management or consulting experience and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments.
Demonstrated experience managing projects from proposal through execution, including financial management (budgeting, forecasting, and reporting).
Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, or applied research activities.
Experience facilitating stakeholder engagement and building strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders, including government, industry, academic, Indigenous, and community partners.
Strong critical thinking, problem solving, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly.
Experience planning or supporting workshops, conferences, or forums is an asset.

We're looking for

Core Skills

Offshore Wind Collaboration Stakeholder Engagement Research Projects Renewable Energy Proposal Writing Project Management Environmental Science Communication Sustainable Energy

A little bit about us

Net Zero Atlantic

Net Zero Atlantic 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.

Areas of focus include:

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.

Are you interested?

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What We Offer

A healthy, balanced workplace 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-$85,000, 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.

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