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What can I expect to do in this role?
In this role, you will:• administer area maintenance contracts related to maintenance and repair of transportation related facilities, ensuring work is completed to contract documents and specifications
• monitor the contractors' delivery of maintenance and repair operations
• ensure contractors maintain work records
• monitor financial forecasts and expenditures
• provide analytical support to ensure effective delivery and value for money
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• The positions require the successful candidates to have a valid class G driver's licence or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.Road Maintenance and Construction Knowledge
• understanding of road maintenance, inspection and repair in summer and winter conditions• practical knowledge of road construction, practices, equipment and materials
Legislative and Contract Management Knowledge
• thorough knowledge and skills in contract administration• ability to interpret and apply various acts and regulations such as the Highway Traffic Act and the Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act
Supervisory and Planning Skills
• proven ability to plan and lead activities within established timeframes• ability to manage stakeholders in high pressure situations
Communication, Negotiation and Computer Skills
• demonstrated negotiation, oral and written communication skills to deal effectively with contractors and the public• working knowledge computers and various software applications such as word-processing, spreadsheets, databases and e-mail
