Engineering Project Technologist

Reporting to the Public Works Manager the Project Technologist provides advisory services to the KO member First Nations communities relating to projects aimed at continued development of each of the communities.
The Project Technologist works closely with other KO Public Works staff and community leadership to achieve and maintain progress toward community development. A disciplined and knowledgeable professional the Project Technologist must work well independently and have experience in the development planning and implementation of infrastructure projects.

Community College or University graduate in the Technology/Technician related fields or an associated specialty
Current member or ability to complete certification to obtain membership in Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
Current member or ability to complete certification to obtain membership with the Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA)
Strong communications skills (written and verbal) in English
Ability to speak one of the KO local dialects is an asset
Must have access to a licensed and insured vehicle
Good coordination manual dexterity spatial visualization and mechanical skills
Having another Trade Certificate (welding pipefitter refrigeration surveying etc.) considered an asset
Strong computer skills including fluency with the Microsoft Office Suite as well as web-based data entry systems for payroll and expenses

Assist the Public Works Manager with developing maintaining and executing project plans
Developing Terms of Reference for recruiting Engineering Consultants
Participate in the selection process for retaining Engineering Consultants and Contractors
Prepare funding applications to secure project funding
Serve as a liaison between project team members community leadership and other departments or stakeholders
Assist with creating and maintaining project documentation such as status reports change logs and meeting minutes
Help monitor project risks and issues and escalate to the Public Works Manager as needed
Help create and distribute project communications and manage file storage
Help coordinate project meetings and events
Help track project expenses and budgets and provide appropriate financial reporting
Perform quality assurance checks on project deliverables
Help develop and implement project test plans
Assist with training project team members and end users on new systems or processes
Help troubleshooting project issues and problems
Working conditions expected in a Public Works environment include:
Indoor and outdoor work under a variety of weather conditions
Frequent use of computers and other related equipment
Exposure to physical risks using standardized safety precautions including but not limited to:
Exposure to dust fumes oils and unpleasant odours
Travelling on small aircraft to remote communities

Competitive wages
Pension plan contribution
Opportunities for training and growth