The Senior Project Officer is responsible for the management of the delivery of large infrastructure projects throughout the Northwest Territories (NWT) that are typically in the $40 to $150 million range and are subject to a construction period of between three and five years.

Often these projects will involve complex client Department and user group needs and will be subject to elevated levels of political involvement and increased levels of public scrutiny.

This position will be directly involved with ensuring effective delivery of these high-profile time sensitive construction projects for critical facilities that are used to deliver key government programs and services such as schools, hospitals and airport infrastructure.

This position will assume the lead role to independently manage complex projects as defined by the number of clients, contractors, sub-contractors, location, environmental concerns, etc.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Knowledge of the project management process, including project planning, scheduling, contracting, supervision of professional consultants and contractors, and inspections.

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.

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 Typically, attained by: A degree in engineering or architecture with five (5) years of relevant experience and one (1) year of experience in project management.

Equivalencies: A masters in engineering or architecture with three (3) years of relevant experience and one (1) year of experience in project management. A diploma in engineering or architecture with seven (7) years of relevant experience and one (1)



year of experience in project management.

Related education: Mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture/architectural.

Relevant experience: Experience in large vertical infrastructure projects such as buildings and facilities, including schools, hospitals, and airport infrastructure. GNWT Inquiries Inquiries Only: Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 27990 Closing Date: Monday, August 6, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain

Time Salary Information The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95 per hour (approximately $127,238 - $152,003) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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📌 Senior Project Officer (Yellowknife)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Yellowknife