kandidatu Canada

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1 Check who can apply You are here

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated in the posting.

Open to the public

Education: University graduation in a field related to the position. One year of education can count as one year of experience, and the reverse.

Experience: Four years of directly related experience. Extensive project management experience is an asset.

What they ask for:

  • University graduation in a related field, such as architecture or engineering
  • Four years of directly related experience
  • Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings
  • Knowledge of contracts, claims and dispute resolution
  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence
2 Resume and cover letter

Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.

3 Apply on the official site

No closing date given: the posting can close at any time, do not wait.

Apply online through the official posting. Submit a cover letter and resume that show how you meet the requirements, and include months and years for all education and work dates.

See the posting and apply ↗
4 Interview, tests and references

If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.

Good to know:

  • Required travel is 25 to 50 percent of the time
  • A valid Class 5 driver's licence is required
  • An onsite written assessment and interviews will be held; candidates pay their own travel and document costs
  • The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level

Kandidatu is an independent website: only the official posting counts. Read it before you apply.