Property Technologist

Oipc Ab; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors is seeking a Property Technologist to manage a government-owned property portfolio and support land transactions. You will coordinate inspections, leasing, and disposals, and collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure compliance and alignment with long-term program needs.

This permanent, full-time role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of relevant legislation.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical diploma or business diploma in a related field plus six years related experience; or equivalent as described below.
• Equivalency options include 1 year education for 1 year experience or 1 year experience for 1 year education.
• Related 1 year certificate plus minimum 7 years experience; related 4-year degree plus minimum 4 years; or related minimum 8 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Property Management: Inspect properties, coordinate maintenance, manage rental rates, oversee leasing, and keep inventories up to date.
• Leasing & agreements: Prepare, monitor, and document leases, caretaker permits, and service agreements.
• Property Disposition: Support disposal of surplus land and improvements, handle internal circulation, inquiries, and sale/exchange agreements.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with Alberta Infrastructure, construction managers, and leadership to support decisions and communications.
• Legal Survey Coordination: Assist with RFPs, proposal evaluation, agreement prep, survey review, and ensure compliance with legislation and standards.
• Appraisal Contract Support: Prepare RFPs, evaluate proposals, coordinate agreements, review invoices and project docs.
• Planning & Programming: Review changes for property impact, update manuals, identify concerns, and provide input for future development.
• Land Title & Crown Land Admin: Manage registrations, updates, discharges, respond to circulations, coordinate surveys and plans.
• Financial & Forecasting Support: Estimate survey and appraisal costs for fiscal planning.

Skills

Property management

Land administration

Leasing & agreements

Legal survey review

Cost estimation

Documentation & records

Legislation knowledge

Driver license

Education

Two-year technical diploma or business diploma

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Property Technologist
Job Requisition ID: 89203
Ministry: Transportation and Economic Corridors
Location: Red Deer
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open competition
Closing Date: November 23, 2026
Classification: Technologies 6
Salary: $2,944.23 - $3,865.70 bi-weekly ($76,844 - $100,895/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding career opportunities.
Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) serve as a North American leader in transportation systems, contributing to Alberta’s prosperity through safe, innovative, and sustainable infrastructure. TEC offers a rewarding environment with growth opportunities, work-life balance, and the chance to make an impact on Alberta’s transportation network. For more information, visit Transportation and Economic Corridors .

Role Responsibilities

Play a key role in managing, maintaining, and optimizing a varied portfolio of government‑owned properties while supporting land transactions, legal surveys, and strategic planning initiatives.

In this multifaceted role, you will support the full lifecycle of property management—from inspections and leasing to disposals, acquisitions, and contract coordination. You’ll collaborate with internal partners, external consultants, and government agencies to ensure assets are well managed, legally compliant, and aligned with long term program needs.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail driven environment, enjoys balancing field and administrative work, and is motivated by contributing to responsible land stewardship.

The key responsibilities are:

• Property Management: Conduct property inspections, coordinate maintenance, manage rental rates, oversee leasing activities, and maintain accurate inventories of owned and rented assets.
• Leasing & Agreements: Prepare, monitor, and document leases, caretaker permits, and service agreements for land maintenance and management.
• Property Disposition: Support the disposal of surplus land and improvements, including internal circulation, documentation, public inquiries, and preparation of sale or exchange agreements.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with Alberta Infrastructure, construction managers, and internal leadership to support property decisions, approvals, and communications.
• Legal Survey Coordination: Assist with RFP development, proposal evaluation, agreement preparation, survey review, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Appraisal Contract Support: Prepare RFPs, evaluate proposals, coordinate agreements, and review invoices and project documentation.
• Planning & Programming: Review proposed changes for property impacts, update property management manuals, identify property concerns, and provide input on future development.
• Land Title & Crown Land Administration: Manage registration, updates, and discharges of Crown land interests; respond to circulations; and coordinate required surveys and plans.
• Financial & Forecasting Support: Estimate survey and appraisal costs for fiscal planning and projections.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

The competencies required to succeed in this role are :

• Creative Problem Solving: Creates the environment for innovative problem solving. Generates new ways of thinking; ensures right questions are being asked about a problem. Eliminates barriers to creativity and innovation. Encourages a culture of innovation.
• Drive for Results: Works to remove barriers to outcomes, sticking to principles. Forecasts and proactively address project challenges. Removes barriers to collaboration and achievement of outcomes. Upholds principles and confronts problems directly. Considers complex factors and aligns solutions with broader organization mission.
• Agility: Proactively incorporates change into processes. Creates opportunities for improvement. Is aware of and adapts to changing priorities. Remains objective under pressure and supports others to manage their emotions. Proactively explains impact of change on roles and integrates change in existing work. Readily adapts plans and practices.

Qualifications

Required:

• Two-year technical diploma or business diploma in a related field plus six years related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency:

• Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

For Example:

• Related 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 7 years of experience.
• Related 4-year degree PLUS a minimum 4 years of experience.
• Related minimum 8 years of experience.

The successful candidate MUST also have:

• Experience in property management, land administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of leasing, property agreements, and land disposition processes.
• Ability to review and interpret legal survey plans and land title documents.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Proficiency with documentation, agreements, and record keeping.
• Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., Surveys Act, Land Titles Act).
• Knowledge and experience (both field and office) is required to accurately review proposals and cost estimates to perform and complete survey projects by Alberta Land Surveyors.
• A full understanding of the 3rd System of Survey, the Surveys Act, and the Land Titles Act to know what is involved for project completion and to confidently check for errors on Plan of Survey.
• Knowledge of Land Titles Procedures Manual to accurately complete documents to be registered.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License (or equivalent) and ability to provide a clear driver abstract.

Assets:

• Experience preparing RFPs, evaluating proposals, and managing consultant contracts.
• Familiarity with government property management practices or public sector processes.
• Knowledge of appraisal processes and cost estimation.
• Experience with land inventory systems or related databases.
• Exposure to Crown land administration.
• Ability to read or prepare basic plans using tools such as MicroStation (or similar).
• Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position.
• Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.