Senior Project Engineer

Employment and Social Development Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 118,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Small Craft Harbours seeks a Senior Engineer (EN-ENG-04) to act as a technical authority in marine engineering. You will lead design work, prepare plans and specifications, develop schedules, and estimate construction costs for major projects across harbours.

The role involves reviewing studies, providing technical advice, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary SCH team to ensure harbour infrastructure remains safe and functional.

Qualifications

• Degree from a recognized post-secondary in engineering related to duties (mechanical, civil, electrical, etc).
• Eligibility for professional engineer certification in Canada with relevant specialization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical authority in engineering and design for the portfolio.
• Prepare plans and specifications, develop project schedules, estimate construction costs.

Skills

Oral comm.

Written comm.

Issue analysis

Project planning

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical/civil/etc)

Job description

Fisheries and Oceans Canada- Small Craft Harbours

Selection process number

26-DFO-QUE-EA-680603

Salary

$117,820 to $137,411

Level

EN-ENG-04

Who can apply

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Duties

ABOUT THE JOB
The Senior Engineer (EN-ENG-04) will serve as a technical authority in engineering and design for the engineering portfolio, including major multi-million-dollar projects. The incumbent will carry out design work, including the preparation of plans and specifications, development of project schedules, and estimation of construction costs.

Work environment

The SCH team offers a stimulating, dynamic, and operational work environment. We are responsible for managing and maintaining a network of commercial fishing harbours. We ensure that harbours essential to the fishing industry remain open and in good condition. SCH has a full team of professionals capable of delivering its mandate, including engineers, technologists responsible for project management and site supervision, drafters, environmental advisors, and others. The facilities are diverse and include wharves, breakwaters, boat launch ramps, floating docks, and walkways.

Intent of the process

The current need is to fill a determinate position in Quebec City. A pool of candidates could be established and used to fill similar positions with varying tenures (determinate, indeterminate) of employment and language requirements within the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Positions to be filled

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Important messages

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the conclusion of the process, may be used for evaluation purposes. A top-down selection may be used during any phases of the selection process. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Please provide a valid e-mail address as all correspondence will be sent via e-mail. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. Assessment accommodation Fisheries and Oceans Canada is stronger and most effective when it reflects the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs.

• Work overtime or occasionally on weekends.
• Travel throughout Quebec and occasionally across Canada.
• Hold a valid, unrestricted driver's licence and ability to operate passenger vehicles and light trucks.
• Travel over rough terrain and access port infrastructure and construction sites in adverse weather conditions (cold, wind, rain, and snow).

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education

• A degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or another field of engineering related to the duties of the position.

Professional Certification

• Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).

Experience

• Experience in planning and engineering design of port or marine infrastructure or civil engineering structures or hydraulic infrastructure including construction cost estimating.
• Experience in the preparation of plans and specifications, and in the preparation and review of engineering studies and reports.
• Experience in project management* related to real property management (i.e. marine, civil, structural, building construction, etc.).
• Experience in providing technical advice and recommending options on complex technical and engineering issues.*Project management is defined as identifying project objectives, requirements, issues, risks, plans, budgets, and schedules, as well as ensuring accountability and reporting for the management of real property assets.

Applied / assessed at a later date

Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to analyze issues and provide appropriate technical recommendations.
• Ability to plan and design construction projects, prepare cost estimates and project schedules, and develop plans and specifications.

Key Leadership Competencies

• Create Vision and Strategy (essential for supervisory position)
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change (essential for supervisory position)
• Achieve Results

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

Various language requirements - Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB), (CBC/CBC)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

Experience (Asset)

• Experience in contract management including negotiation and litigation management.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.