Highway Project Technologist

Position

Highway Project Technologist (TE1 Technical Engineering Officer
1) – Regular/full-time – Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, Highway Regional Operations – Eastern Region – Steinbach, MB.

Salary: TE1 $ 69,997.00 – $86,129.00 per year.
Closing Date: July 5, 2026.

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Reporting to the Senior Highway Engineer, the Highway Project Technologist primarily performs project construction and associated departmental staff supervision and assists with project design and tender preparation while adhering to Department standards, policies and specifications.

Financial Security:

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan:

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness:

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development: We offer in‑house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs.

Essential:

• Civil Engineering Technology diploma or completion of the Department's Level 3 training program (with the exception of Design
  3). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience working in roadway construction and preservation (i.e. Grading, Base and Surfacing Projects, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively within a diverse work team environment displaying initiative, responsibility, efficiency and enthusiasm.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and courteously with internal contacts, other branches/divisions, and stakeholders.
• Excellent planning, analytical, and interpretive skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills and ability to maintain accurate records, prepare applicable correspondence and associated technical reports.

Desired:

• Experience in the department's detailed design process and preparation of construction orders and tenders.
• Experience using Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s Masterworks, Internal Project Approval Management (IPAM) system, Contract Services Approval System (CSAS) and Master Plan spreadsheets or an equivalent system.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety, Health & Risk Management policies and procedures.

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 driver's licence.
• Must have the ability to travel within the province (by air or land).
• Must be able to work overtime, extended or irregular hours including weekends, evenings, and overnight stays as needed.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties such as prolonged sitting, medium lifting (up to 25 lbs), walking on uneven surfaces and wearing PPE.

Applicants must submit a completed Application Screening Form and resume. Failing to submit the required two documents will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Contact:
Talent Acquisition – Human Resource Services, 600‑259 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2A9. Phone: 204‑945‑7518. Fax: 204‑945‑0601. Email: