Senior Project Engineer

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Work environment

The Real Property Safety and Security group within Fisheries and Oceans Canada manages and maintains a wide variety of infrastructure that supports various programs geared towards providing sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, safe waterways and the protection of Canada’s oceans and aquatic systems. Part of the Real Property group includes the Technical Support team that is responsible for providing technical oversight, engineering support and project management for the operations, maintenance, replacement and installation of the Fisheries and Oceans Canada assets and infrastructure. These assets include hatcheries, fishways, coast guard bases, science facilities, search and rescue stations, light stations and field camps. These sites and assets are at times located in remote coastal environments that require travel via small boats and helicopters.

The work requirements for this position involve project management, human and financial resource management, engineering oversight, capital project planning and contract management. The senior project engineer position will report to an engineering manager and have several direct reports being project engineers and or engineering technicians. They will work alongside other senior project engineers and within a technical support team that includes a variety of engineering backgrounds and disciplines.

Intent of the process

The pool of successful candidates may be used to staff similar positions of various tenures within Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

• Eligible for certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering speciality relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience
• *Recent and Significant engineering experience pertaining to infrastructure projects in one or more of the following:
-project planning and design;
-project management and contract administration;
-project construction and inspections.

• Minimum 3 years experience in working in a multidisciplinary environment related to design and construction projects for mechanical, electrical, civil, municipal or marine infrastructure. Experience to include involvement in engineering design, construction drawing and specification development, cost estimating, or tender package development.

• Minimum 2 years experience in contract management related to infrastructure upgrade projects.

*Recent and Significant is defined as having the depth and breadth of the experience over a period of 5 years within the last 8 years

Knowledge
• Knowledge of engineering design and construction principles and practices
• Knowledge of contract policy and practices related to construction
• Knowledge of construction and inspection

Ability
• Ability to identify and analyze problems and develop solutions
• Ability to lead or manage multidisciplinary project teams
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Personal Suitability
• Create Vision and Strategy
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Achieve Results
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Education
• Registered as a Project Management Professional
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in Canada

Degree equivalency

Experience
• Experience in Government of Canada procurement practices
• Experience managing financial resources
• Experience managing human resources
• Experience in the maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Experience in life cycle asset management
• Experience in the negotiation and consultative processes

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Knowledge
• Knowledge of engineering cost analysis
• Knowledge of hazardous material preconstruction site surveys
• Knowledge of fuel storage and containment system design and regulations
• Knowledge of salmon hatchery operations and schedules
• Knowledge of marine infrastructure

Ability
• Ability to provide recommendations on cost estimates and other resource requirements
• Ability to analyze, evaluate, design and assess marine and building structures
• Ability to communicate with clients to develop long-term engineering plans

Operational Requirements
• Ability to operate small vessels with a Transport Canada issued Pleasure Craft Operator Card or an approved vessel operation certification that meets or exceeds the Transport Canada small boat operator requirements.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Conditions of Employment
• Possession of a valid driver's licence, or mobility to the degree normally associated with possession of a driver's licence, within the limits of the Treasury Board Travel Policy.
• Willing and able to conduct frequent visits to remote construction sites.
• Willing and able to travel to remote locations in small crafts or helicopters.
• Willing and able to be exposed to extreme and challenging environmental and safety conditions.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.