The Government of the Northwest Territories
Location
Kenora, ON | Canada
Job description
Job Information
SCOPE
This position, which is located in Inuvik reports to the Regional Manager, Projects. The scope of activities undertaken or managed includes:
- Project management for delivery of small to medium Capital and O&M projects on an annual basis, generally with a total annual value of up to $5,000,000.
- Consulting with other Government Departments, Hamlets, Community Organizations and Non-Government Organizations on related design (s).
- Signing authority of $50,000 for contract initiation, and $100,000 for contracts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the project process, including project planning, scheduling, contracting, supervision of professional consultants and contractors, and inspections.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Planning, time management and scheduling skills.
- Negotiating skills; required to manage large complex projects and deal with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
- Project management skills including estimating and financial skills to develop and control budgets for capital and O&M projects.
- Problem solving skills.
- Skills and knowledge of software areas such as Computer Aided Design, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Project Management Systems, and Financial Management Systems.
- Ability to work in a high stress multi-tasking environment with tight deadlines.
- Ability to work closely with consultants and contractors.
- Ability to deal with individuals with a high degree of tact and diplomacy required.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment with a diverse group of clients and staff.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- Degree in Engineering or Architecture with two years of project management experience. Knowledge of project management in a northern environment would be an asset.
- The skills and abilities are most commonly acquired through several years of related experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
[email protected]
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
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Salary
$95.78k - $114.43k per year
