Project Manager, Continuous Improvement (2-year contract with possibility of extension)

We transform the way people use energy.

We embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or whom you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. Please let us know if you require any accommodation in the application and interview process (including different materials or otherwise).

About EfficiencyOne

Our core values are Integrity, Innovation, and Partnership.

EfficiencyOne is a leading efficiency enterprise. We work with outstanding partners to supply cost-effective energy efficiency and carbon reduction services in Nova Scotia and beyond.

We transform the way people use energy. Together, we help people achieve their energy goals, save money, conserve resources, improve well-being, and combat climate change.

Investing in energy efficiency has many benefits: lower heating bills, more comfortable spaces, new jobs in your community, and a smaller overall carbon footprint.

To date, our work has achieved over $5.6 billion in energy savings and avoided the release of 12.7 megatonnes of greenhouse gas emissions (CO2 eq) in the province. If there’s a better way to improve energy efficiency, we’ll find it. Find out more about how we are making an impact here: https://www.efficiencyone.ca/impact/.

Why you’ll love working here:

• A culture that recognizes the importance of a work-life balance and genuinely cares about its employees.
• An engaging, fun, and inclusive work environment.
• An awesome benefits package that starts on day one and a competitive salary.
• Wellness initiatives and fitness challenges hosted throughout the year.
• Corporate gym memberships.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Being part of a team and contributing to Nova Scotia’s goal of 2050 net-zero carbon.

About the Role

EfficiencyOne is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager, Continuous Improvement, to lead and support initiatives that drive foundational change across our Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. In this role, you will manage and execute improvement projects that enhance our internal processes, foster staff engagement, and deliver better customer outcomes.

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  Project Management: Develop, manage, and oversee detailed project plans for various continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Execution and Delivery: Directly lead project tasks, including research, stakeholder consultations, budgeting, scenario development, and developing recommendations.
• Staff Engagement: Facilitate collaboration across departments through communication, strategic discussions, and working groups. Lead change management efforts to support the adoption of continuous improvement projects.
• Framework Implementation: Support the rollout and advancement of an organization-wide continuous improvement framework.
• Collaboration: Partner with internal teams (e.g., Information and Analytics, Change and Process Excellence) and external stakeholders to evaluate and implement changes.
• Communication & Documentation: Communicate the overarching vision of continuous improvement and contribute to developing tools, practices, and procedures.
• Monitoring: Track and report progress against defined objectives and targets.
• Additional Projects: Contribute to other initiatives as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, Finance) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of experience leading projects from planning through execution.
• Minimum 2 years working on energy efficiency, electricity demand reduction, small-scale renewables, or climate change mitigation programs.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience in developing and/or implementing process improvement changes.
  • Stakeholder engagement (internal or external), by seeking feedback, asking questions, and objectively assessing inputs from a variety of sources.
  • Experience in completing detailed research and analysis, considering various inputs and opinions, drafting options, and developing recommendations to solve specific problems.
  • Comprehensive understanding of Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, including how they relate to each other and the overarching goal of customers completing upgrades or changing their behaviour.

What to expect in your first several weeks on the job:

In the two weeks, expect to:

• Meet the Senior Director, Information and Analytics (I&A) and other members of the I&A team.

• Familiarize yourself with EfficiencyOne’s culture, practices, and procedures.

• Review details of the Customer-Lens Program Design Principles project and Phase One Assessment report and documentation.

In the first month, expect to:

• Assess the findings of the Phase One Assessment report and begin drafting a project plan to implement the recommendations.
• Meet with leaders and employees across the organization to discuss the draft plan and obtain their feedback on the timing, approach, etc.
• Develop a deeper understanding of core current-state business processes.
• Develop a high-level plan for the first 90 days in your role.
• Draft your individual goals and objectives and discuss performance expectations.

In the first three months, expect to:

• • Develop and receive approval on a detailed project plan to implement Phase One Assessment recommendations, based on a phased-in approach.

• • Play a lead role in completing specific tasks of the approved project plan.

• • Be the lead project manager to implement the recommendations by coordinating and working with others to complete their tasks.

• • Work with other members of the I&A team to coordinate overall corporate continuous improvement and modernization initiatives.