Senior Civil Engineering Technologist

Leading Public Body in Yukon; Northwest Territories; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public body in the picturesque Yukon is seeking a skilled civil engineering professional to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee land development projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards while managing a variety of capital projects. With a focus on community health and fulfillment, you will contribute to vital infrastructure initiatives that enhance the lives of residents. If you are passionate about making a difference and are willing to relocate to Whitehorse, this opportunity offers a competitive salary and benefits package in a friendly and active community.

Benefits

Pension Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review design drawings and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Manage capital infrastructure projects and coordinate with consultants.
• Prepare and negotiate development agreements with private developers.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Technical Data Analysis

Contract Negotiation

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Certification in Technology

Job description

This is a critical role in our client’s continued success and growth. Reporting to the Engineering Services Department, you will review all land development projects, ensure compliance with standards, and manage a range of capital projects.

LOCATION : WHITEHORSE, YUKON, CANADA

Some of the specific responsibilities will include :

1. Review detailed design drawings, contract specifications, and reports submitted by private developers and/or consultants to ensure compliance with the Servicing Standards Manual and sound engineering principles.
2. Provide professional expertise related to infrastructure construction and interpret Engineering Servicing Standards for the public, private developers, contractors, and consultants.
3. Initiate development or revision of the client’s Servicing Standards manuals, including research into new products and construction procedures.
4. Prepare and negotiate development agreements with private developers and ensure compliance with these agreements.
5. Draft engineering, detailed design, and specialized drawings.
6. Prepare and evaluate tenders, quotations, proposal calls, and reports; recommend awards in accordance with the Purchasing Policy.
7. Collect and analyze technical data, undertake studies, research, and prepare reports for approval.
8. Manage or coordinate the design and construction of in-house capital infrastructure projects or oversee consultant-controlled projects.
9. Assist in preparing the Engineering Services Departmental budgets, manage project budgets, and calculate charges.
10. Follow established safety procedures and standards, and ensure contractors, consultants, and workers adhere to them on work sites.
11. Direct and train seasonal staff, participate in their recruitment, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
12. Act as Manager of Engineering Services or Engineering Projects Officer as assigned.

Compensation is in the $80k-100k range with good pension benefits. Relocation assistance may be available for those residing outside Yukon.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

We seek an accomplished civil engineering professional with a diploma, degree, or equivalent qualification in civil engineering or professional certification in technology. The candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in some or all of the civil engineering projects outlined in the JD. PLEASE RESPOND ONLY IF YOU ARE WILLING TO MOVE TO WHITEHORSE, YUKON, CANADA.

COMPANY

Our client is a renowned public body in the beautiful and picturesque Yukon, with a friendly, active, and diverse community. Their team plays an integral role in residents' daily lives, contributing to parks and recreation, waste collection, transit, and overall community health and fulfillment.