Senior Project Officer, Structure

Job Summary

Location: Yellowknife
Department: Infrastructure
Job ID: 27651
Salary: $116,259 - $138,879
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Closing Date: Apr 7, 2026

Department Information

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies.  INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/

Job Information

Your position as a senior team member will be responsible for the design, maintenance, rehabilitation and construction of bridges, culverts, and other transportation structures. You will directly manage projects as well as be part of various teams assembled to meet the needs of specific bridge and culvert maintenance, rehabilitation, and construction projects. These teams may be comprised of personnel from within the Section, Division, or the Department, Territorial and Federal regulatory agency staff, consulting engineers, fabricators, material suppliers and construction contractors. You will have the authority to manage the delivery of both Capital projects and Operational and Maintenance (O&M) projects with a total value of up to $300 million.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Include. 

  • Knowledge of bridge and culvert inspection and rehabilitation / maintenance techniques.
  • Knowledge of risk management practices and identifying/mitigating project risks.
  • Estimating and financial skills to control budgets for capital and O&M projects.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment to deal with a diverse group of clients and staff.
  • Analytical, consulting, and problem-solving skills combined with common sense and creativity.

Typically attained by.

A bachelor's degree in civil engineering with 4 years' relevant experience.

Eligibility for professional registration with Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG).

Equivalencies. 

Master of Civil Engineering plus 2 years directly related experience and eligibility for professional registration with NAPEG 

or Diploma in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience and eligibility for professional registration with NAPEG.

Additional requirements. 

A valid Class 5 Driver's License. 

Position of Trust, criminal records check required.

Equivalent combination 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 (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

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

More Information

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 27651         

Closing Date: April 7, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116,259 - $138,879.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

Application Assistance

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