STO 21R - Assistant Ministry Representative (Grading)

Posting Title
STO 21R - Assistant Ministry Representative (Grading)

Position Classification
Scientific/Technical Off R21

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Langford, BC CA
Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Quesnel, BC V2J 6W6 CA

Salary Range
$69,760.70 - $79,322.69 annually

Close Date
1/22/2025

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Min Transportation and Transit

Ministry Branch / Division
Provincial Field Services

Job Summary

The Team
The Provincial Field Services Unit is at the forefront of delivering the Ministry's annual highway construction and rehabilitation programs. This team plays a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient roadways by managing grading, paving, and sealcoat projects across the province, including both planned and emergency response work.

The Role
The Assistant Ministry Representative (Grading) plays a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of highway grading and construction by playing a key role as second-in-command on the field services crew and in the field services works quality management process. This position is vital in managing work phases, maintaining strong working relationships, and ensuring quality standards are met. An adventurous spirit will thrive in this role, as it requires traveling onsite to oversee highway construction and paving projects

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent (GED) plus additional construction-related courses (survey, design, materials, hydraulics, blasting, asphalt, etc.) with a minimum of eight (8) years related experience; OR
• A Civil Technology Diploma plus six (6) years related experience; OR
• A related engineering degree plus four (4) years related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid Class 5 Motor Vehicle License and the provision of a drivers abstract.
• Experience working on complex, multi-year highway construction or paving projects.

Preference may be given to those applicants with one or more of the following:

• A minimum of five (5) years' experience directly supervising people and managing operational budgets.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar budget, including estimating, tracking, and forecasting costs.
• Experience negotiating and in applying and interpreting Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure specifications and contract documents.
• Experience in developing and managing contracts.
• Experience in developing and implementing Quality Management systems.
• Experience in resolving contentious issues with contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and outside agencies.
• Experience directing day labour construction forces.

PROVISOS:

• Must complete a safety supervision certificate.
• Must be willing and able to work outside during periods of inclement weather and/or on rough terrain.
• Willing to travel throughout the Province of BC.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jacquie.Denis@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
This posting is to establish an eligibility list for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
There are currently 3 permanent positions available in the following locations: one (1) in Langford and two (2) in Langley
This position has full time on-site requirements. Successful applicants must travel to work onsite athighway construction/paving projects.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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, itmay notbe 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.

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Job Category
Trades and Operational