Senior Project Technologist

Employment and Social Development Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Small Craft Harbours in Quebec City is seeking a Senior Project Technologist (EG-06) to lead civil and marine infrastructure projects, including multi-million dollar initiatives and harbour dredging operations. The role focuses on ensuring harbours stay open and well-maintained.

The position requires a Technical College diploma in civil engineering technology, strong project management and contract oversight, and excellent written and oral communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical services, engineering advice and support for design, construction, maintenance or repair of civil or marine infrastructure.
• Experience in planning, monitoring and project management of civil or marine infrastructure construction projects.
• Experience in the preparation or revision of plans and specifications and in contract management including negotiation and litigation management with engineering service providers and construction contractors.

Responsibilities

• Act as project lead for maintenance and major multi-million dollar projects.
• Responsible for dredging of several harbours for small boats.
• Plan, monitor and manage budgets and schedules; ensure accountability in civil/marine infrastructure projects.

Skills

Plan and manage civil/marine projects

Draft tender documents and cost estim

Contract management and disputes

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Technical College diploma in civil engineering technology

Job description

Fisheries and Oceans Canada- Small Craft Harbours

Selection process number
26-DFO-QUE-EA-680105

Salary
$86,801 to $109,119

Level
EG-06

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

Duties
ABOUT THE JOB
Are you a project manager or senior project technologist with experience in managing civil and/or marine infrastructure projects and want to take on new challenges? You will definitely have an interest in this job opportunity!Small Craft Harbours (SCH) program at Fisheries and Oceans Canada strives to recruit highly qualified and skilled candidates and invest in its employees. We recognize the talent of our employees and will work with them to develop their full potential.

Work environment
The SCH team is a stimulating, dynamic and operational environment. We are responsible for the management and maintenance of a network of commercial fishing harbours. We are ensuring that essential harbours for the fishing industry remain open and in good condition. The facilities are highly diverse and include wharves, breakwaters, boat launch ramps, floating docks and walkways.The Senior Project Technologist (EG-06) will act as a project lead maintenance and on major multi-million dollar projects. He/She will also be responsible for the dredging of several harbours for small boats.

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

Positions to be filled
1

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 accommodationFisheries 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.

• Travel within the post area, including to remote locations by various means of transportation (for example, small and large aircraft, all-terrain vehicles, boats, helicopter, etc.)
• Possess a valid unrestricted driver's license.
• Navigate rough terrain, port infrastructure and construction sites in difficult weather conditions (cold, wind, rain, snow).
• Working overtime or working weekends occasionally.
• Consent to travel.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION

• Technical College diploma (post-secondary or CEGEP) in civil engineering technology, architectural technology, construction management, surveying or any other related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in providing technical services, engineering advice and advice in support of design, construction, maintenance or repair of civil or marine infrastructure or portions of infrastructure.
• Experience in planning, monitoring and project management of civil or marine infrastructure construction projects.
• Experience in the preparation or revision of plans and specifications and in contract management including negotiation and litigation management with engineering service providers and construction contractors. Project management means: the identification of project objectives, needs, issues and risks, the planning and monitoring of budgets and schedules, as well as accountability in relation to the management of civil or marine infrastructure.

Applied / assessed at a later date

ABILITIES

• Ability to plan, coordinate, deliver and manage civil or marine infrastructure construction projects.
• Ability to draft tender documents, prepare cost estimates and schedules for construction projects.
• Ability to manage contracts or technical mandates and manage contractual disputes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES

• Judgment
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Demonstrate initiative and be action-oriented

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

EXPERIENCE (ASSET)

• Experience in lifecycle management of structures and maintenance work planning.
• Experience in evaluating technical reports.

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.