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Project Manager
Government of Alberta · no closing date given
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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. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.
Education: Four-year degree in engineering or science major. A two-year technical diploma in civil engineering or similar may be considered.
Experience: At least four years of progressively responsible experience managing capital infrastructure or construction projects. One year of education can count for one year of experience, and the reverse.
What they ask for:
- Four-year degree in engineering or science
- At least four years managing capital infrastructure or construction projects
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Experience with tender packages and contract administration
- Ability to read technical drawings and engineering reports
- Skills in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and Outlook
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 Alberta posting. Your resume should show clear dates, including months and years, for all education and work experience.
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:
- The posting is open until suitable candidates are found.
- Candidates pay their own costs for required documents, checks and interview travel.
- A Grande Prairie retention allowance of $6,000 per year is offered for positions in that area.
- The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level.
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