Project Officer
About the role
Job Information
This position is located in Inuvik.
To manage a variety of Capital and Operational and Maintenance (O&M) projects for the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) Departments, boards and agencies, community governments, and non-governmental organizations (clients) through all stages of the project planning and implementation process.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the project management process, including project planning, scheduling, contracting, supervision of professional consultants and contractors, and inspections.
- 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.
- Ability to work in a high stress multi-tasking environment with tight deadlines.
- Ability to deal with individuals with a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment with a diverse group of clients and staff.
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A degree in Engineering or Architecture with two years of project management experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Equivalencies:
- A diploma in engineering technology or architectural technology with four years of relevant experience and two years of experience in project management.
- All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by case basis.
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
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Project Officer
About the role
Job Information
This position is located in Inuvik.
To manage a variety of Capital and Operational and Maintenance (O&M) projects for the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) Departments, boards and agencies, community governments, and non-governmental organizations (clients) through all stages of the project planning and implementation process.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the project management process, including project planning, scheduling, contracting, supervision of professional consultants and contractors, and inspections.
- 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.
- Ability to work in a high stress multi-tasking environment with tight deadlines.
- Ability to deal with individuals with a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment with a diverse group of clients and staff.
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A degree in Engineering or Architecture with two years of project management experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Equivalencies:
- A diploma in engineering technology or architectural technology with four years of relevant experience and two years of experience in project management.
- All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by case basis.
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
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.