##Overview

We are hiring aConstruction Officerto join our Project Delivery team delivering Transmission and Distribution projects acrossBritish Columbia.The work is diverse and includes but is not limited to the construction of new substations; work in existing substations, early site investigations and work on the transmission system up to and including 500kV. The role is mobile and will involve travel to potentially remote areas of British Columbia as needed by the project. TheConstruction Officerreports to the Director of Project Delivery.

##Your role

• Support the Project Manager with project planning deliverables such as Outage Staging, Construction Management, Constructability Reviews as well as evaluating, negotiating, quantifying and approving claims.
• Review preliminary design drawings for constructability purposes to support Engineering, including supporting the procurement process as needed by advising on proposal and tender documents.
• Monitoring and tracking of construction progress, identifying and alerting the Project Manager of any delays as needed.
• Tracking and reviewing any contemplated changes during construction, creating progress reports and identification and mitigation of construction risks.
• Facilitate construction management meetings between Contractors, the Owner, Engineering, and other key stakeholders while ensuring the Project Manager remains updated on any risks or concerns.
• Review, negotiate and approve progress payments including coordinating design and construction interfaces with other subcontractors including partnering with Engineering during construction to facilitate solutions to design issues and challenges.
• Coordinate completion and handover process, including inspections, deficiency lists, handover documentation. If acting as Prime Contractor, ensure all the requirements of Prime Contractor are in place for the project.
• Ensure all construction drawings are updated and returned to engineering prior to closing contracts.

##About you

• 5+ years' of previous experience as a Construction Manager or Construction Officer, (as a Contractor or an Owner's Representative) on medium to large scale substation or transmission line projects.
• Demonstrated experience working in a brownfield substations in close proximity to live high voltage equipment.
• Expert knowledge of materials, means and methods involved in the construction of electrical substations and transmission lines with proficiency in reading and interpreting contract requirements, including contractor / client negotiations.
• Strong understanding of risk management.
• Advanced communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to maintain a professional and effective working relationship with the Project Owner, Project Manager, and key stakeholders.

##Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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##About AtkinsRéalis

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Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $98,100 - $134,900 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.