Apply by Aug 2!

Personnel Required              

One (both women and men are encouraged to apply)

Period of Employment         

beginning July 12, 2024

40 hours/week

Location of Work                  

Uapenuta Garage, Kawawachikamach 

Salary                                     

Commensurate on experience

 

Requirements

Education and certification

A bachelor’s degree is required for this position, but preference will be given to degrees in management, commerce, or a similar field.

Qualified persons of First Nations Ancestry will be given preference in accordance with s.16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Experience

  • Experience in administration and/or management ;
  • Experience in accounting and budget preparation;
  • Experience working in a First Nation community.

Languages

  • Fluency in English and Naskapi;
  • Written knowledge of English;
  • Basic knowledge of spoken French;
  • Knowledge of written French will be considered an asset.  

Knowledge and abilities

  • Demonstrated superior interpersonal & negotiation skills, management ability, leadership, teamwork, and judgment. 
  • Diplomacy, tact, decision-making ability, planning & organization skills.
  • Strong organizational and coordination skills with demonstrated sound judgment, tact, initiative, and flexibility.  
  • Be able to communicate with colleagues, beneficiaries, and external organizations, as required;
  • Candidates should have demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently & expeditiously, including working under tight timeframes and competing priorities.
  • Good documentation skills;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
  • Ability and willingness to travel when required.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Director-General and Construction Director and working closely with the Nation’s Partners, Subcontractors, and other National employees, the Special Projects Manager (“SPM”) is responsible for planning and executing various construction projects. You represent the company to clients, coordinate all stakeholders, and ensure the optimization of the budget, schedule, and quality of service from the initiation to the completion of the projects.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Evaluate and report on project activities to improve those activities if/when they are implemented again;
  • Plan, manage, and coordinate all project stages in collaboration with the supervisor and contributors;
  • Establish and adhere to schedules, ensuring project progress;
  • Negotiate and award contracts to subcontractors;
  • Ensure communication and coordination with clients, professionals, and subcontractors;
  • Conduct site visits and supervise the work of the superintendent and subcontractors;
  • Analyze plans and specifications, making recommendations to optimize processes and resources;
  • Place purchase orders with suppliers and subcontractors;
  • Participate in site meetings;
  • Monitor ongoing projects, managing unforeseen issues and contractual extras;
  • Prepare billing in collaboration with accounting;
  • Track the deficiency list;
  • Manage conflicts and propose solutions in the best interest of all parties;
  • Supervising and collaborating with various contributors to the Special Project;
  • From time to time, other tasks may be assigned to by the Director-General and/ or Council, as the case may be.

Further Information

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Ms Mary-Shanookt Guanish at (418) 585-2686 ext. 200.