ADMN O 24R - Area Manager, Bridges – Closing date extended

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public service organization is seeking an Area Manager for Bridges in Coquitlam. This role involves overseeing bridge infrastructure maintenance, ensuring public safety, and managing contracts. Candidates should have relevant educational qualifications and experience in bridge technology and project management. Join a committed team dedicated to efficient transportation solutions.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Learning opportunities

Career development

Qualifications

• Diploma or secondary school graduation with relevant experience.
• Experience with bridge structural technology and quality management.
• Preference for BCIT Bridge Area Manager Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve bridge infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance contracts.
• Conduct inspections and audits.

Skills

Bridge structural technology

Quality management systems

Roadway construction

Project management

Education

Diploma from a recognized Institute of Technology

Secondary school graduation (or GED)

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

ADMN O 24R - Area Manager, Bridges – Closing date extended - (120066)

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Posting Title

Position Classification

Administrative Officer R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually

Close Date

5/27/2025

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Min Transportation and Transit

Ministry Branch / Division

Highways and Regional Services Division: South Coast Region, Lower Mainland District

Job Summary

The Team
The Lower Mainland District team is a well-established group dedicated to ensuring the safe and efficient movement of people, goods, and services across the region. They oversee road and bridge maintenance contracts, rehabilitation programs, and infrastructure projects, collaborating with contractors, engineers, and various stakeholders to maintain high safety and performance standards.

The Role
The Bridge Area Manager plays a key role in maintaining and improving bridge infrastructure, ensuring compliance with maintenance contracts, conducting inspections and audits, and responding to emergencies. This position provides a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on public safety and transportation efficiency while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma, from a recognized Institute of Technology, (e.g. applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC) in a *related field of study and three years *related experience, OR;
• Secondary school graduation (or GED) and a minimum of five years *related experience.

* Related experience must include at least two of the following:

• Experience with bridge structural technology and the manufacture, erection or maintenance of bridge components.
• Experience with quality management systems and auditing as it relates to road and bridge maintenance.
• Experience in the roadway construction field and/or performing field work.
• Experience in road construction project management and/or field supervision.

Preference may be given to:

• Applicants who possess the BCIT (or another Technical Institution) Bridge Area Manager Certification or those who are currently enrolled in the program.
• Applicants with direct highway or municipal roadway transportation related experience including contract management, project delivery, road and bridge construction and emergency response.
• Professional Engineer and one year of *related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a *related field of study and one year *related experience.

NOTE: The Bridge Area Manager Certification through BCIT is required to be appointed to the AO 24 level. Successful applicants who have not received a certificate of completion would have to complete the certificate within 18 months and will be under-implemented at the AO 21 level until completion.

About this Position:
Amendment May 20, 2025: Posting closing date extended to May 27, 2025.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating adiverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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