Project Technician

Government of Northwest Territories; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government agency in Inuvik is seeking a Project Technician to review technical projects and administer small contracts. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in design, construction, and supervision. This role involves resolving contractor complaints, ensuring timely completion of work according to specifications, and supporting infrastructure development in the region.

Qualifications

• Technical review of projects including equipment and supplies identification.
• Experience in civil design, construction, and maintenance.
• 1 year of contract administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer small construction contracts ensuring work is on schedule.
• Provide recommendations on design alternatives and minor construction work.
• Resolve complaints from contractors, public, and other parties.

Skills

Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalency

Contract administration experience

Supervision experience

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometresof Inuvik

Department Information

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

This position is located in Inuvik and reports to the Regional Manager, Highway Operations.

The incumbent provides technical review of projects such as identifying vehicles, equipment and supplies required for performance of the work, and determining and certifying quantities of material incorporated in work for purposes of verifying contract payments.

The Project Technician provides recommendations which are integral to the work of the Division including commenting on design alternatives for projects, award of minor construction work, payment of contract progress claims, change orders to contracts to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, and resolution of complaints from contractors, the public, and other affected parties.
The Project Technician has authority to administer small construction contracts to ensure work is completed on schedule and in accordance with approved plans and specifications, and makes technical and administrative decisions within terms established by the Supervisor.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
-Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalency of related field experience of 10+years
-Design, construction and maintenance experience of 2 years or longer depending on knowledge and skills acquired
-Contract administration experience of 1 year or longer depending on knowledge and skills acquired
-Supervision experience on design and construction projects of 1 year or longer

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel [phone] Ext 15644
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.