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.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- 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
