Senior Contracts Engineer (Open Until Filled)
EG4 Engineer 4
Term/full-time
Environment and Climate Change
Environmental Programs and Remediation, Environmental Stewardship
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 42497
Salary(s): EG4 $85,506.00 - $108,637.00 per year
Closing Date: May 14, 2024
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.
The Senior Engineer will provide specialized engineering services relating to the Orphaned and Abandoned Mine (OAM) Program. The program works to minimize the long term financial and environmental liabilities for the province that are associated with the identified sites. The position includes developing strategies and seeking approvals to address the environmental and health concerns associated with abandoned mine sites. The position is responsible for the procurement and management of engineering, consulting, construction, and remediation contracts to investigate, assess, design, plan, and implement works and programs.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Registered or eligible for registration with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba
- Must be able to travel within the province of Manitoba by land, water or air
- Must possess and maintain a standard Class 5 drivers license with no restrictions
- Must be able to travel with overnight accommodation
- Must be able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Undergraduate degree in Engineering (e.g. Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, Geotechnical, Mining, and Biosystems Engineering). Master’s Degree in related field is preferred but not a requirement. A combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, specifications and contract documents.
- Experience with management, planning, design and construction oversight of projects.
- Experience with planning, design and construction oversight of projects.
- Experience fostering effective relationships with Indigenous communities and engage in meaningful Crown consultation while applying the principles of reconciliation.
- Ability to undertake independent research and develop proposals to introduce new industry innovations into department operations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team.
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally.
- Strong written communication skills with experience writing various technical documents to support project planning and execution.
- Ability to prepare information for others regarding media inquiries and litigation related matters.
- Experience with environmental remediation, rehabilitation or management of former mine sites, mining waste water, contaminated sites, petroleum, or other former industrial areas.
Duties:
The incumbent of this position is responsible for the following duties:
• Responsible for procurement of specialised engineering and consulting services relating to the assessment, remediation and mangement of OAM Sites.
• Responsible for contract administration and oversight of complex multifaceted projects, through the detailed application of engineering principles.
• Manages assigned project budgets, expenditures, and timelines appropriately to meet the deliverables of the project.
• Sets priorities and identifies innovative solutions and plans designed to minimise long-term environmental liabilities. Develops options to resolve issues and makes recommendations to support decision making to senior management.
• Maintains and develops technical expertise and knowledge of best practices in the remediation of OAM and Contaminated Sites.
• Represents the province on Federal-Provincial and Territorial working groups and associations and informs advice and recommendations to senior management.
• Works with a variety of communities and stakeholders. Engages and participates in Crown consultations with Indigenous Peoples and communities as per the Crown’s Duty to Consult policies, guidelines and protocols.
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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