Project Manager - Facilities

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nunavut is looking for a Project Manager - Facilities to oversee construction projects in the Arctic. This role demands strong project management skills and experience in northern environments. The position offers a competitive salary, northern living allowance, and comprehensive benefits while promoting the rich culture of Nunavut. Preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit applicants.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined-benefit pension program

Qualifications

• Eight years of construction experience, including five years supervising northern projects.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license required.
• Experience with all phases of building construction in the north is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage Capital and O&M projects through all stages.
• Provide technical advice and cost information to various departments.
• Develop scopes of work and procure services.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Advice

Construction Knowledge

Education

Inter-provincial Red Seal Certification in Carpentry

Job description

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Energize your career in the Arctic!

Find your next exciting adventure in the Canadian Arctic! Join our team of highly motivated and experienced industry professionals as we provide safe, reliable, and affordable power across Nunavut.

Working in Nunavut

Nunavut is Canada’s newest and largest territory and has the fastest growing economy in the country. With breathtaking landscapes and amazing adventure opportunities, you will find excitement not only in your career, but in your free time as well. If the thought of dog sledding, snowmobiling, kayaking, ice fishing, or exploring a rich culture filled with distinct artwork and music sounds enticing, Nunavut is the place for you.

Qulliq Energy Corporation

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted to provide safe, reliable power to all customers in Nunavut. Owned by the Government of Nunavut and operated as an arms-length territorial corporation, QEC is the sole provider of electricity and district heating in Nunavut. In comparison to other utilities in Canada, QEC faces unique challenges as it operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems located in each of the territory’s communities.

Project Manager - Facilities (QEC 25-020)

Iqaluit, Nunavut

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Project Manager - Facilities is responsible for the oversight, coordination, implementation, and completion of Facilities projects. The position is responsible for providing project management expertise and technical advice throughout the project lifecycle. In addition, the position supports the maintenance of the Corporations buildings, plants, quonset huts, warehouses, office buildings, transient units, and staff accommodations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages Capital and O&M projects through all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Provides technical advice, design, and cost/budget information to various QEC departments as required.
• Develops scopes of work and procures goods and services through the appropriate procurement mechanism (Local Purchase Order’s, Request For Quotes’, Request For Proposal’s, etc.), in order to sustain or repair QEC’s assets.
• Plans carpentry and maintenance projects including obtaining quotes for materials and contractor services, preparing drawings, estimates and proposals for potential facilities-related projects.
• Adheres to industry best practices and standards and follows all tenancy laws when dealing with staff housing tenants, tender laws, national building codes, safety and regulations and policies, etc. as well as Corporate/Government of Nunavut (GN) financial management, Human Resources (HR) and procurement policies and procedures.
• On-Call and Stand-by work is a mandatory function of the position and is based on a predetermined schedule established as a function of the organizational need with respect to the resource levels available, the applicable employment agreements and policies.
  
  

Required Qualifications Include

• Inter-provincial Red Seal certification in Carpentry.
• Eight (8) years of experience in the construction field, including five (5) years of supervising northern projects.
• Valid Class 5 drivers’ license and satisfactory drivers abstract.
  
  

Assets

• Experience with all phases of building construction in the north an asset.
• Experience in the preparation of project documentation throughout the life cycle of capital projects.
• Project management experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of Nunavut, the land, language, and culture.
• The ability to communicate in Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun and/or French.
  
  

A combination of education and equivalent experience may be considered.

We offer a competitive starting salary range of $130,145.60 to $153,192.00 and a northern living allowance of $16,008.00 per annum. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined-benefit pension program. Accommodation is not guaranteed at this point. Will be allocated when available. This position is included in the Nunavut Employee’s Union.

Preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit.

To apply, send your application by email to: https://qeccareers.prevueaps.ca/jobs/

Open until filled.

Applications for this competition may be considered for future employment opportunities with QEC.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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