Construction Technologist

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will assist in the review of the design and tenders of construction projects of various sized highway and geotechnical projects using guidelines that are consistent with national and departmental standards. You will provide assistance in the planning and programming of the department's projects. You are responsible for the administration of Consultant Engineering Agreements and providing knowledge and expertise necessary to assist with the management of construction projects in a safe work environment, ensuring that they are delivered within scope, cost efficient, timely and of high quality. The Construction Technologist position requires a broad knowledge of highway engineering with a thorough understanding of design standards, construction administration and practices, the right of way acquisition process, utility coordination, regulations applied by the transportation industry, environment regulators, and departmental policies as well as guidelines. Duties also include monitoring consultants and contractors through regular inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with safety and quality specifications, participating in the preliminary and planning processes as well as recommending solutions to problems concerning major changes in construction procedures.

Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Providing input for the development, implementation and delivery of strategies for construction and rehabilitation projects identified in the department's 3-year, 5-year, 10-year and 20-year programs.
• Providing technical assistance and reviewing planning studies such as Functional Plans, Geometric Assessments, Pavement Preservation Strategies, Surfacing Strategies, Lighting and Safety Assessments.
• Planning, prioritization and inspection of the Peace Region's geotechnical program.
• Utilizing any available planning studies, geometric assessments, intersection safety assessments, accident statistics, surfacing strategies, bridge reports, geotechnical reports and environmental studies in preparing terms of reference for consultant proposals.
• Reviewing and assessing consultant proposals as well as assisting with selection for the most suitable proponent.
• Reviewing weekly reports, progress estimates and monthly expenditure reports.
• Recommending corrective actions as necessary, reviewing details to substantiate contract overruns and reviewing as well as approving contract final details for final payments.
• Conducting weekly site inspections to monitor the construction progress.
• Assisting with the liaisons with Indigenous communities regarding project implementation within First Nation Reserves and Metis Settlement and discussing employment opportunities as well as equipment usage.
• Communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders regarding project planning and implementation.
• Participating in technical committees to review and/or develop engineering standards and construction specifications as well as to improve the process for delivery of projects.

To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:

• The ability to analyze situations/issues/problems and provide reasonable/innovative solutions.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to resolve conflicts and make immediate/sound decisions.
• Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills

The Job Description is provided for further details on this position. 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Systems Thinking: you will take holistic long-term view of challenges and opportunities and work with others to identify areas for collaboration.
• Agility: you will make decisions and take action in uncertain situations to create a backup plan and identify alternative approaches as well as support others to do the same.
• Drive for Results: you will hold yourself and others responsible for results as well as aim to exceed expectations.
• Develop Networks: you will actively seek input to change initiatives and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

Required:

• A related technical diploma (e.g., Engineering) supplemented by at least six (6) years of related experience.
• A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License

Assets:

• Registered or eligible to obtain membership with the Association of Science and Engineering Technology (ASET).
• Construction and/or geotechnical engineering experience.
• Knowledge of highway planning, design as well as the construction specifications and process.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

This position is a permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am - 4:30 pm).

This position is located at the Provincial Building, 9621 - 96 Avenue, Peace River, Alberta, T8S 1T4.

Traveling will consist of 50-75% of the work schedule.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).

Other items may include

• Northern Allowance.
• 55th to 57th parallels retention allowance.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

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