Project Engineer

Update: EXTENSION OF CLOSING DATE UNTIL JANUARY 22, 2024.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

👉HOW TO DO IT?

Simply by answering the online screening questions!

In your answers we want to know HOW, WHEN and WHERE you acquired your education, experiences and assets. Do not hesitate to improve your explanations with concrete examples. These details will help us fully assess your application. If necessary, we will use your resume to confirm the information provided.

Using the STAR method can help you to fully illustrate your examples.
S- situation
T- task
A- action/activity
R- results

Work environment

👷 Coming to work for Fisheries and Oceans and the Coast Guard means experiencing new adventures while having job stability, numerous benefits, such as Health and Dental Plans, and having a work/life balance. 👌

Being a part of DFO means growing with a dedicated and dynamic team; having opportunities for advancement, ongoing training and technical service support.

For Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Quebec Region, it is fundamental:
• to give everyone equitable access to jobs and opportunities for advancement, regardless of sex, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation or ethnic origin.
• to adapt our practices so that our recruitment and workplace are culturally appropriate, safe and welcoming.
• to maintain respectful, dignified and equitable relationships with its staff and the Canadian public.
• to see to the well-being of its staff by involving them in the development of activities that meet their needs.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill a term position (1 year) with the possibility of extension (104 Dalhousie, Québec). This process could also be used to staff EN-ENG-03 positions of various profiles and durations within the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
ED1 : Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution in civil engineering or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

AND

ED2: Current certification as a professional engineer in Canada with a specialization in an engineering field related to the duties of the position.

*The term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
EX1: Significant experience* in planning and managing civil or maritime infrastructure construction projects**.

EX2: Experience negotiating and managing conflicts with various stakeholders.

EX3: Experience in the design of works or infrastructures in the field of civil or marine engineering.

* "Significant experience" means experience of at least three (3) years acquired within a period of the last eight (8) years.

** Project management refers to: the identification of project objectives, needs, risks, planning and monitoring of budgets and schedules.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
AB1: Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
AB2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
AB3: Ability to plan, coordinate, carry out and control projects.
AB4: Ability to manage contracts or technical mandates.
AB5: Preserve Integrity and Respect.
AB6: Collaborate with partners and stakeholders.

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

EXPERIENCE (ASSETS)
AEX1: Experience working in a maritime, coastal or river environment.

AEX2: Experience in the design of marine structures or infrastructures.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willing and able to travel occasionally.
Willing and able to work overtime in short delay.
Hold a valid driver's license.
Willing and able to travel to construction sites.

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

COMMUNICATION 📧

🚩 Communication with candidates throughout this process will be sent to your GC Jobs account and/or to your e-mail. We invite you to check your e-mail account frequently as there may be a deadline for responses. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Please ensure your e-mail address accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Please note that we will consider that you are not interested in participating in this selection process should you not respond to our communication.

Note that candidates ability to communicate in writing will be assessed using their answers to the screening questions, their résumé and throughout the entire process beginning at the time of application in all communication and documents from candidates.

Persons are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language(s) of their choice.

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SELECTION PROCESS ⭐
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Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Candidates may be required to meet asset qualifications depending on the requirements of the specific position to be staffed.

Candidates from outside the federal public service may be required to assume responsibility for their travel expenses during the assessment.

You will need to provide your original educational and professional credentials when requested.

Random selection may be used to determine who will advance to the next stage of the evaluation process.

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.