Job Description

Posting Title
LSO 4 DPE - Construction Engineer

Position Classification
LSO 4 -Designated Profssnl Eng

Union
PEA

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA


Salary Range
$80,823.09 - $107,139.89 annually, plus 6.5% recruitment and retention adjustment.

Close Date
1/19/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Min of Trans & Infrastructure

Ministry Branch / Division
Provincial Field Services

Job Summary
Excellent opportunity to utilize your expertise in civil engineering and leadership The Provincial Field Services unit is the delivery component of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) annual highway construction and rehabilitation programs and is responsible for direct field administration of grading, paving and sealcoat works throughout the province, covering contracted and day labour projects (planned and emergency response). Field services work encompasses all aspects of those administration services as well as the technical aspects of the three construction disciplines. Job Overview The Construction Engineer is responsible for the development, coordination, communication and application of British Columbia\xe2\x80\x99s highways construction standards, specifications, guidelines, policies, and best practices for construction within the Provincial Field Services business unit. The position ensures quality excellence in the delivery and administration of road construction activities by developing, maintaining, and executing quality management plans including quality control, assurance, and audit procedures. Reporting to the Director of Provincial Field Services this position functions independently in a dynamic and changing environment requiring frequent, swift, and sound responses to field construction inquiries and issues management. The position interacts with a variety of consultants, field staff, construction contractors, project teams, engineering services, communities, special interest groups and other business units within the Ministry. The Construction Engineer is expected to demonstrate strong expertise in developing innovative ways for improving the efficiency, quality, and economy of the delivery of construction projects within Provincial Field Services. Education:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent post-secondary degree
• Register or immediately eligible* for registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of BC
  • Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and able to transfer that membership to the EGBC within 6 months of employment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have their qualifications reviewed by the appropriate body to ensure they have the necessary requirements for registration.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience directly supervising people and managing operational budgets.
• Valid Class 5 Motor Vehicle License.
• You must be willing and able to travel throughout the Province of BC.

Experience:

• A minimum of 10 years of combined experience in highway planning, design, and project delivery including project management practices and functions
• Experience leading significant engineering/technical components of transportation projects of considerable scope and complexity
• Experience supervising and/or providing direction to staff and geographically dispersed teams
• Experience working with, and providing advice and counsel to, senior management and executives
• Experience with procurement of contracts and contract management including contract development and administration
• Preference may be given for BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure experience and/or related experience in field services, highway planning or design and construction.
• Preference may be given to applicants with extensive and progressively responsible experience in transportation, including considerable management and supervisory experience in managing large groups of staff in a diverse environment. Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).

For questions regarding this position, please contact jacquie.denis@gov.bc.ca About this Position: This position has full-time on-site requirements.
Position may be located in: Kamloops, Prince George, Langley
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent positions
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment. Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, M\xc3\xa9tis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452. In addition to this exciting opportunity, the BC Public Service is an award-winning employer in British Columbia, including such accolades as being one of BC\'s Top Employers for 2017, one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top 100 Employers for 2017 and one of Canada\'s Top Family-Friendly Employers in 2017. The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You. How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Engineer with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as currently registered as a Professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and able to obtain registration in BC within 6 months of employment. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete. Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.


Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical