Technical Advisor - Term

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

Job Information This position is located in the Housing Corporation's Sahtu District Office in Norman Wells. The incumbent reports directly to the Manager, Technical and functionally to the Manager, Construction Services in Headquarters. The duties of the position have an impact on the Local Housing Organizations, Community Governments, GNWT Regional Offices, contractors and individual Corporation clients in the District.

The incumbent is responsible for the delivery of the technical component of housing programs in up to five (5) communities.

Key Responsibilities

Good knowledge of building construction, renovation, maintenance systems, project management and contract administration.

Knowledge of National and Municipal building codes, local zoning by-laws, labour standards and safety acts.

Strong project management and contract administration skills.

Ability to advise clients on design and scopes of work for new construction or renovations.

Ability to identify and provide technical and administrative training.

Working knowledge in computer software application using PC software, ACCESS, MS Word, Excel and Windows.

Excellent communication skills, both orally and written, in order to communicate effectively in meetings and through presentations in a workshop setting.

Strong negotiating, interpersonal and advisory skills.

Ability to operate effectively in cross-cultural environment.

NWT Driver's Licence - minimum class 5

Key Qualifications The knowledge, skills and abilities for the above noted are typically acquired through a certification in technical discipline/building trade with three (3) years in related field experience.

Inquiries Only Sahtu HR Client Service Centre Department of Finance Government of the Northwest Territories 2 MCKENZIEDRIVE BOX360 NORMAN WELLSNT X0E 0V0 Tel (867) 587-7150 Fax (867) 587-2173 jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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