Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Senior Project Officer

$116.26k - $138.88k per year
Full-time

The Government of the Northwest Territories

Job Information

Located in Yellowknife and reporting to the Manager, Design & Technical Services, Air & Transportation, the Senior Project Officer will be a member of various project management teams assembled to meet the needs of specific programs. The incumbent is a key member of a project management team for the delivery of Capital and O&M projects generally with a total value of up to $700 million. The incumbent will be required to oversee contractors and project staff.


You will work with the client departments, community officials, council members, contractors, professional engineers, technicians and the general public. You may be called upon to represent the government in court cases involving projects within an employee's area of responsibility. These projects are managed in accordance with Geometric design standards, RTAC (Roads and Transportation Association of Canada) Pavement Management guide, Canadian Road & Street Design guide, Highway Engineering design standards and all standard government financial regulations.

You must also be familiar with all federal and territorial regulations concerning the safe and effective delivery of engineering projects in the NWT (Northwest Territories) to include WSCC (Workers, Safety and Compensation Commission), quarry safety and the TAC (Transport Accident Commission) guidelines for safety at work zones.

  • Knowledge of northern soil conditions, environment, project planning issues in dealing with the North and northern construction practices.
  • Negotiation skills to deal with contractors.
  • Knowledge of MS Operating systems, MS Office, and Computer Aided Design programs.
  • 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 attained by.

A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related discipline, with five (5) years of experience in the design, construction and management of projects.

Additional Requirements.

A Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence. Registration with the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association for Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG) within 90 days of hire is required, with flexibility for international registrants.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:


Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel View phone number on gov.nt.ca
Fax View phone number on gov.nt.ca
View email address on gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Vacancy posted 9 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Project Officer in Yellowknife, NT vacancy
  •  ...territory. For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at Job Information The Telecom Project Officer is responsible for the system programming, installation, set up, troubleshooting and administration for all Government of the Northwest... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    For contractors
    Work at office

    Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    3 days ago
  •  ...managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact...  ...proposal preparation efforts and support senior management in business development efforts...  ...an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Local area
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    AECOM

    Yellowknife, NT
    7 days ago
  • $36 - $37 per hour

     ...Answer electronic enquiries Compile data, statistics and other information Respond to employee questions and complaints Order office supplies and maintain inventory Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations Conduct research Perform data entry... 
    Suggested
    Permanent employment
    Work at office
    Shift work
    Weekend work
    Day shift

    CITY GUARD SECURITY SERVICES

    Yellowknife, NT
    21 days ago
  • $106.16k - $126.81k per year

    Job Information Are you a seasoned project management professional with a passion for delivering impactful technology solutions? The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking a dedicated Project Manager - Information Management and Technology (IMT) to join... 
    Suggested
    Full time

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    9 days ago
  •  ...Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Project Engineer/Project Manager to join our team in our Yellowknife   office. This role is a great opportunity for a motivated engineering professional who wants to deliver high... 
    Suggested
    Long term contract
    Internship
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Associated Engineering

    Yellowknife, NT
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...committed to the environment. Your Opportunity We are seeking Project and Report Coordinator(s) with a focus on contaminated sites to...  ...(P&T) Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) team. This office-based position will focus on assisting Project Managers with efficient... 
    Long term contract
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    For subcontractor
    Casual work
    Work at office
    Worldwide
    Afternoon shift

    Stantec

    Yellowknife, NT
    13 days ago
  • $111.13k - $132.72k per year

    Job Information The Senior Advisor, Governance is responsible for providing independent, expert and comprehensive advice on a wide range...  ...CEO, the Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, and the office of the Minister Responsible.  Key Qualifications:  A Master... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    2 days ago
  •  ...health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT. Job Information Reporting to the Chief Health Privacy Officer, the Senior Privacy Specialist will lead the development and implementation of privacy and security related policies, procedures, and safeguard... 
    Senior
    Full time
    For contractors

    Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    1 day ago
  •  ...Territories (P&T), we are seeking established Senior Environmental Professional(s) to provide...  ...investigation and remediation projects, regulatory strategy, and project delivery...  ...throughout Stantec’s Prairies and Territories offices, with the possibility for remote work.... 
    Senior
    Long term contract
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    For subcontractor
    Casual work
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    Stantec

    Yellowknife, NT
    13 days ago
  •  ...leading a high-performing finance team? Tłı̨chǫ Investment Corporation (TIC) is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join our leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position plays a critical role in providing strategic financial leadership across a diverse... 
    Senior
    Full time

    Tlicho Investment Corporation

    Yellowknife, NT
    14 days ago
  • $114k - $137k per year

     ...Reporting to the Director, Management Board Secretariat, the Senior Financial Management Board Analyst provides independent and objective...  ...Board and the Deputy Minister of Finance, Chief Financial Officers in Departments and/or Boards and Agencies, the Financial Management... 
    Senior
    Full time

    Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    8 days ago
  • $116.26k - $138.88k per year

    Job Information The Senior Program Analyst, Disaster Recovery (Analyst) is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Manager, Disaster Mitigation and Recovery. The Analyst provides expert advice and guidance for senior management on matters related to the design, delivery and... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Local area

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    2 days ago
  •  ...Position Title: Senior Specialist Talent Acquisition (People and Culture) (On-Site) Status of Employment: Permanent Position...  ...Workday is an asset). Proficiency with tools in the Google and Office suites is an asset. Diploma or Bachelors degree in human resources... 
    Senior
    Long term contract
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Internship
    Work at office
    Immediate start

    CBC/Radio-Canada

    Yellowknife, NT
    14 days ago
  •  ...As Kanopi continues to grow, we're looking to engage a Contract Senior UX/UI Designer (Website Strategy & Design) on a contract basis....  ...conversations with prospective clients, contributing to proposals and project approaches, and showing how strategy-led design can create better... 
    Senior
    Hourly pay
    Ongoing contract
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Internship
    Remote work

    Kanopi

    Yellowknife, NT
    28 days ago
  • $95.6k - $120k per year

     ...Consultant, Environmental Scientist to join our office in Yellowknife, NT . This is an...  ...to provide technical leadership on complex projects, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and deliver...  ...responsible resource development. As a senior member of the team, you will play a... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Fixed term contract
    Casual work
    Work at office
    Remote work

    ERM

    Yellowknife, NT
    8 days ago
  •  ...annual and rolling financial plans, including project pipeline and resource forecasting....  ...operational leadership and direction as well as senior level project management capabilities to...  ...ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office and KBL programs Physical Requirements... 
    Senior
    Long term contract
    Full time
    Contract work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    KBL Environmental Ltd.

    Yellowknife, NT
    7 days ago
  • $159k - $227.14k per year

     ...Northwest Territories Bureau of Statistics and serve as the territory's senior authority on official statistics.   In this influential role,...  ...and other jurisdictions. Manage the Bureau's staff, budget, projects, and resources while promoting collaboration, innovation, and... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Work at office

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    7 days ago
  • $127.24k - $152k per year

     ..., review, and provision of strategic advice to the Minister and senior management on all policy initiatives relevant to the mandate of...  ...plan, organize, coordinate and complete complex and concurrent projects independently or in teams within time and resource constraints while... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Temporary work

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    9 days ago
  • $116.26k - $138.88k per year

     ...Infrastructure Planning Division at the DHSS Headquarters for all capital projects across the Northwest Territories (NWT). Capital Planner is...  ...and social services centres, care provider residences, staff offices, and all other infrastructure required for the delivery of... 
    Full time
    For contractors
    Seasonal work

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    9 hours ago
  • $96.88k - $115.73k per year

    Job Information Reporting to the GNWT Access and Privacy Officer, the Information and Privacy Analyst is  responsible for providing advice...  ...Ability to assess risk and recommend mitigation strategies.  Project management skills.  Organizational skills.  Ability to work... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    2 days ago
  • $68k - $75k per year

     ...cultural, or community organization. Strong organizational and project management skills. Experience with budgeting and financial...  ...arrangement, with the opportunity to work both from home and from the office. Why Join WAMP? This is more than an administrative... 
    Full time
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Work from home
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Western Arctic Moving Pictures

    Yellowknife, NT
    21 days ago
  • $65k - $86k per year

     ...program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world....  ...required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. Offered rate of compensation... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    AECOM

    Yellowknife, NT
    21 days ago
  •  ...primarily for First Nation and Inuit communities throughout Northern Canada. Our head office is located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, with satellite offices in Whitehorse and Ottawa. Projects include mid- to large-scale civic, educational, institutional, and residential... 
    Ongoing contract
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Immediate start
    Remote work
    Relocation
    Relocation package

    Taylor Architecture Group

    Yellowknife, NT
    a month ago
  •  ...talent, and growth objectives are met. This position is primarily based in our Edmonton or Calgary offices, with periodic travel to other Stantec office locations, project sites, and/or client meetings as required. It is the expectation that all leadership roles have a... 
    Long term contract
    Remplacement
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Casual work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Worldwide
    Shift work

    Stantec

    Yellowknife, NT
    14 days ago
  • $78.96k per year

     ...transfer opportunities for assigned staff.   ~ Monitors growth projections and recommends equipment, assets and labour required to meet the...  ...a unionized environment Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., understand the major features of each software application... 
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Local area
    Yellowknife, NT
    24 days ago
  •  ...repair of biomass pellet boiler systems and associated fuel-handling and mechanical infrastructure. Working under the supervision of a senior biomass technician, this role applies Red Seal Millwright (Industrial Mechanic) principles to renewable energy systems, material... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Apprenticeship
    Manual labor

    Northview Residential REIT

    Yellowknife, NT
    12 days ago
  •  ...or equivalent experience Work site environment Odours Dusty Outdoors Cold/refrigerated Hot Dirty Work setting Office building Willing to relocate Cleaning service company Commercial facility Hospital/medical facility or clinic Hotel, motel... 
    Remplacement
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Relocation

    Tatem And Wolf

    Yellowknife, NT
    8 days ago
  • $76.56k - $91.44k per year

     ...Ability to work under pressure and meet strict timelines. Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: A Secretarial / Office / Business Administration Diploma and one (1) year of related experience. GNWT Inquiries Inquiries Only: Department of... 
    Full time
    Work at office

    The Government of the Northwest Territories

    Yellowknife, NT
    13 days ago
  • $24 per hour

     ...certificate or diploma Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years Asset languages Cantonese Work setting Travel agency General office Hospitality industry Tasks Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments Establish work schedules and... 
    Permanent employment
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Weekend work
    Day shift
    Afternoon shift

    Yellowknife Tours Ltd

    Yellowknife, NT
    15 days ago
  •  ...Canadian Securities Course or Investment Funds In Canada). It's an asset if you've completed any of the following: Branch Compliance Officer's Course (BCO), Branch Managers Examination Course (BME), Conducts & Practices Handbook (CPH) Wealth Management Essentials (WME); or... 
    Full time
    Remote work

    CIBC

    Yellowknife, NT
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Project Officer. Be the first to apply!