Project Technician

Government of Northwest Territories; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government organization in Inuvik is seeking a Project Technician who will provide technical reviews of projects and manage small construction contracts. The successful candidate must have a diploma in Civil Engineering and over 10 years of related experience, including contract administration and supervision. Responsibilities include certifying material quantities and resolving issues related to ongoing projects. This position offers an opportunity to work within the public sector to enhance local infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Class 5 NWT Driver's License required.
• 2+ years of experience in design, construction, and maintenance.
• 1+ years of contract administration experience.
• 1+ years of supervision experience on design and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical review of projects including vehicles and equipment.
• Certify quantities of materials for contract payments.
• Comment on design alternatives and manage small construction contracts.
• Resolve complaints from contractors and public.

Skills

Technical review of projects

Contract administration

Supervision of construction projects

Knowledge of design alternatives

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field experience of 10+ years;
• Class 5 NWT Driver's License;
• Design, construction and maintenance experience of 2 years of longer depending on knowledge and skills acquired;
• Contract administration experience of 1 year of longer depending on knowledge and skills acquired; and
• Supervision experience on design and construction projects of 1 year or longer