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 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.

Driver's License Requirement A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License 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 # 27713 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Salary Information The salary for this position starts at $52.00 per hour (approximately $101,400.00 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304.00 Application Assistance For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit:

📌 Project Technician (Inuvik)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Inuvik