Construction Technician

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Office building

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements
• Assist in developing engineering specifications and drawings
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
• Prepare project schedules
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Provide consultation services to government and other organizations
• Project management
• Financial and budget administration
• Help with scheduling and workflow

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Project
• MS Word
• Autodesk REVIT
• Primavera

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Civil engineering experience

• Buildings and structures
• Waste handling sites
• Tunnels and subways
• Water control system and structures

Area of specialization

• Construction design and supervision
• Water resources
• Risk management

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Parking paid by employer
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Team building opportunities