Capital Construction Technologist

City of Cranbrook; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cranbrook is seeking a Construction Compliance Technologist to help plan and administer the Capital Roads Program, ensuring infrastructure meets City standards and bylaws. The role supports inspections on new subdivisions and contributes to the Asset Management Program.

Applicants should have a Civil Engineering Technology diploma, a valid driver’s license, and at least three years of field construction inspection experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.”

Qualifications

• Three (3) years' experience of field construction inspection in asphalt, concrete, road works, sewer and storm systems.
• Proficient in computer use, including modelling software, spreadsheets and word processing.
• Knowledge of provincial/federal regulations affecting municipal construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and administering the City’s Capital Roads Program to ensure bylaws and standards are met.
• Inspect subdivisions and municipal road works to ensure quality and compliance.
• Maintain and operate the City’s Asset Management Program with accurate records and reporting.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Estimating quantities

Construction recording

Survey layout

Reading drawings

Verbal and written communication

Diplomacy and tact

Time management

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Job description

Reporting to the Manager Roads and Infrastructure the Construction Compliance Technologist is responsible for helping plan and administer the City’s Capital Roads Program, ensuring infrastructure is installed meeting City of Cranbrook standards and meets all applicable bylaws and good engineering standards.
The incumbent assists with inspections on new Subdivisions, and the maintenance/operation of the City’s Asset Management Program.

POSTING TYPE

External

POSITION TYPE

Full-time

HOURS OF WORK

35- hour work week, as per schedule

HOURLY RATE

$52.3539 - $54.3632 per hour, Pay Grade 15 - Schedule \"A\" Inside Employees

EDUCATION

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES

• Valid Class Five (5) Driver's License

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years' experience of field construction inspection in the areas of asphalt, concrete, road works, sewer and storm systems.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Proficient in computer use, including modelling software, spreadsheets, and word processing, etc.


• Proficient in estimating, measuring and recording quantities of materials.


• Proficient in daily recording of construction activities in clear and concise manner.


• Proficient in survey layout.


• Knowledge of Provincial/Federal regulations and guidelines affecting municipal construction activities.


• Must have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tender documents and specifications and conduct field survey layout work.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable tact, courtesy and diplomacy in dealing with members of the public, other agencies and staff.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• High degree of initiative and sound judgement.


• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Demonstrated ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established City policies and procedures; WorkSafeBC


• Possess working knowledge of City of Cranbrook Contract and Specifications for Municipal Services, MMCD standards, and general municipal engineering construction practices and procedures.


• This position is privy to sensitive developer and consultant information; confidentiality is required.


• Satisfactory Police Information Check required.