Director, Technical Services

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in northern Canada is seeking a Director of Technical Services to lead planning and execution of technical services policies. The role requires extensive experience in managing complex infrastructure projects and leadership of technical teams. Applicants should have 15 years of relevant experience and a diploma in Architecture or Engineering. Fluency in Nunavut's official languages is an asset.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in technical project teams.
• 5 years as prime consultant or manager for multi-disciplinary teams.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and execution of technical services.
• Provides support in the resolution of project-related disputes.
• Leadership in project delivery and process improvement.

Skills

Decision-making on technical matters

Leadership and management

Project delivery

Knowledge of Inuit communities and cultures

Fluency in Inuktut, English, and French

Education

Diploma in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, the Director, Technical Services (Director) is responsible for effective and efficient planning, execution and delivery of technical services policies and procedures. As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director provides leadership and management of the activities of the Technical Services Division. (TDS) The incumbent is responsible for making sound decisions on technical matters arising from divergent professional opinions between agencies, staff, consultants and contractors. TSD is responsible for providing direction and leadership in regard to interpretation of technical standards and codes, acceptability of materials, construction methods, design standards, and energy management initiatives.

The Director provides leadership in regard to technical considerations for delivery of projects, process improvement and best practices to achieve high performance buildings. The incumbent may at times be requested to provide support in the resolution of project-related contract disputes. This position requires that the delivery of technical services by TSD is conducted in a political, social, and cross-cultural setting, in accordance with government acts, policies, and directives. The incumbent is expected to draw on his/her experience to arrive at decisions and recommendations that reflect the Government of Nunavut’s departmental specific priorities, policies, directions and mandates.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized diploma in Architecture or Engineering, or related field, plus fifteen (15) years of experience as part of a technical project team involved in buildings or works design and project delivery of increasing complex infrastructure projects with exposure and participation in all aspects of designs, documentation, and delivery. Experience should include a minimum of five (5) years in the position of prime consultant or manager responsible for coordinating the input and delivery from multi-disciplinary teams. Two (2) years’ experience in the supervision of professional and technical staff is also required. This is a Position of Trust, and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

Notes and Policies

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.