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This is a 6-month temporary full-time position in the Construction department. The position is predominantly an in-field role involved in overseeing the construction and maintenance of civil infrastructure. While generally working under the guidance of senior field staff this position entails operating with minimal supervision and the exercising of independent judgement. Performance is evaluated in terms of accuracy, effectiveness, sound judgement and adherence to inspectional best-practices.
Job Responsibility:
Overseeing the construction and maintenance of civil infrastructure such as: underground utilities (storm, sanitary, water, etc.), roads, concrete, curbs and sidewalks, retaining walls, in-stream work (culverts, debris basins, etc.), bridges, and any other municipal civil infrastructure
Construction and project management
Project coordination
Contract administration
Inspection
Quality assurance
Site monitoring
Cost-estimating
Budget forecasting
Contract quantity verification
Preparation of contract documents and reports
Managing project stakeholders (including the general public)
Requirements:
Completion of the 12th grade supplemented by relevant training and experience in civil construction and project/construction management
Sound knowledge of basic engineering principles and civil construction methods, best-practices, materials, tools and equipment
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and other related technical documents
Ability to function effectively with minimal direct supervision and the proven capacity to exercise initiative, self-reliance and sound judgement
Ability to prepare reports and maintain records
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A valid BC Driver’s Licence
Nice to have:
Technical courses related to the work performed
Certification (or eligibility) as an MMCD Contract Administrator
A designation (or eligibility) from the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC)