Project Officer

The Northwest Territories Housing Corporation provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

The purpose of this position is to manage a variety of Capital and Operational and Maintenance (O&M) projects for the Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT) Departments, boards and agencies, community governments, and non-governmental organizations (clients) through all stages of the project planning and implementation process.

This position, which is located in Yellowknife reports to the Superintendent, Construction and Project Management. The scope of activities undertaken or managed includes:

• Project management for the delivery of small to medium Capital and O&M projects on an annual basis, generally with a total annual value of up to $5,000,000.
• Consulting with other Government Departments, Hamlets, Community Organizations and Non-Governmental Organizations on related design(s).
• Signing authority of $50,000 for contract initiation, and $100,000 for contract performance.

The Project Officer will manage projects within their budgetary boundaries under direction of the Superintendent, Construction and Project Management.

Typically attained by:

• Degree in Engineering or Architecture with two years of project management experience. Knowledge of project management in a northern environment would be an asset.
• The skills and abilities are most commonly acquired through several years of related experience.

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.