Engineering Technologist III (Government)-career opportunity in Canada

Job title: Engineering Technologist III
Job ID:U080
Job type: Regular Full-time
Deadline: Sep 30 2013
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Join a “Community of Communities”. The Township of Langley, home to over 100,000 residents, is committed to providing progressive business, housing, and recreational opportunities, while balancing its unique mix of urban growth and rural beauty.  A truly fun and beautiful place to work, the Township of Langley offers competitive salaries;
excellent benefit packages; municipal pension plan; employee wellness programs; and, opportunities for professional development and career growth. Click here to meet some members of our amazing team!

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Engineering Technologist III to join our team of professionals in the Engineering Division, Public Works – Operations – Utilities Department.

Reporting to the Utility Operations Superintendent, you will be responsible in this unionized position for coordinating design, contract documentation and contract administration for various construction and installation projects;
participating in the review and selection of consultants;
attending project meetings;
assisting in the preparation of terms of reference, reports, contracts and annual budgets;
as well as evaluating and selecting construction materials and components.
You will liaison between architectural, engineering and/or construction firms and user departments to ensure desired results;
prepare project schedules;
attend project meetings as resource person;
review plans and working drawings at various stages for conformance to project guidelines and established standards;
and monitor work progress.
 You will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining a variety of materials such as records, technical and status reports, correspondence and project specifications; performing design and layout work for minor capital projects; reviewing all invoices, change orders and other payment claims for accuracy, recommending approval or investigates discrepancies.
You will be responsible for data collection, confirmation, organization, interpretation and reporting related to the Tangible Capital Assets reporting, Infrastructure Asset Management, and for the Benchmarking initiative  in the Sanitary Sewer and Waterworks area.

Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma and considerable related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required. Previous work experience in a municipal environment is an asset.
 The successful candidate will be an energetic and enthusiastic individual who is well organized and able to communicate effectively with the community, consultants, and contractors.
 You will have a comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, terminology, practices and techniques;
knowledge of the B.C. Building Code, zoning and related municipal legislation governing the work performed, as well as be familiar with a variety of engineering software packages, databases, and utilities applications.  You must be registered as a technologist with the ASTT of BC and possess a valid Class 5 (full-privilege) BC driver’s license.

The rate of pay for this CUPE position is $34.53 – $40.79 per hour (2011 rates) plus benefits. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

If you wish to pursue this exciting career in a growing community, please send your résumé quoting competition #U080 along with a cover letter and copies of the applicable certificates/designations, in confidence to:

Mail or in person:       
Township of Langley
Human Resources Division, 4th Floor
20338 – 65 Avenue, Langley, BC   V2Y 3J1

Fax #: 604.533.6129
Email: Visit the Careers section at tol.ca for information on how to apply

The closing date for this competition is by 4:30pm Monday, September 30, 2013

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.