Job Engineer I in Fort St. John
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Based out of Fort St. John, BC. BC Hydro’s Site C Project has an immediate opening for an Engineer
1 (Quantity Surveyor) in the Project Controls Group. The individual would become an integral part of
the site team reporting weekly progress on various key work fronts across the Site C project.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
assisting the Site Project Controls team, track the construction progress of various key quantities
which will help the Site C Project and its contracts to be managed efficiently. The successful
candidate will have some knowledge of the heavy construction industry, scheduling, quantity take-
offs, quantity validation and verification, progress measurement, including applying rules of credit
on projects in the Utilities sector. In addition, the individual will work closely with the contractor
and the various functional groups of the Site-C Project such as Engineering, Construction
Management, Project Management, Project Controls, Contracts, and Finance. The successful
candidate will also be assisting the Site C Quantity Surveyors with other special assignments.
- Specific Duties include:
- Perform physical progress measurement, including verification and validation of the contractor’s
- Preparation of regular project summary reports for individual work fronts, including the
- Assist Construction Management and Project Management in productivity assessments.
- Develop a strong understanding of the contract scope and specifications;
- Working safely, including promotion of a safety above all else culture in the work place.
- Holds a recognized degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with the eligibility for
- EIT or a starting professional with limited experience will be considered.
- Current Project Controls experience is preferred.
- Equivalent degrees that would be considered are degrees in Quantity Surveying.
- Class 5 Drivers License.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Knowledge of Scheduling Software (P6, Microsoft Project) will be consider as an asset
- Knowledge of BIM, Revit or other 3D Visualization Software will be consider as an asset.
- Experience at a hydroelectric dam site will be consider as an asset.
- This position is headquartered at the Site C Fort St. John Construction Office.
- This location is eligible for a Remote Incentive of 12% or for a FIFO allowance. Details to be
- This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring a background check and a drug screening prior to
- A condition of employment you must maintain a Driver's License: Class 5 in good standing.
- Shift is 5 days on and 2 days off (5/2) or 10 days on and 4 days off (10/4).
We're always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation
to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we
invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Our values guide our work. Want to join us?
We are safe.
We are here for our customers.
We are one team.
We include everyone.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are forward thinking.
BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.
We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible
minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual
orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively
engage with diverse communities.
We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and
while working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a
disability, please contact us at Recruitmenthelp@
Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home
based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for
each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time
from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.
IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week
HOW TO APPLY
Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your
certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the
necessary information to assess your application without any delays.
Date Posted: 2023-04-26 Closing Date: 2023-05-11
About BC Hydro
CEO: Jessica McDonald
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: Self-employed
Website: www.bchydro.com\
