Property Management Officer

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Department Information

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies.  INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at

http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/

Job Information

Located in Yellowknife, this position reports to the Facilities Manager. Responsibilities include the provision of property management assistance regarding owned and leased commercial improved property, the provision of project management services, and tender and contract management.

You will be required to travel to and work in remote Northwest Territories communities and must be able to engage professionally with a wide range of clients, including in situations where needs or expectations exceed available resources. The position also demands tact and sound judgment when navigating conflicts with landlords, contractors, consultants, and staff from other departments.

Annual project management for O&M projects with an average value of $500,000;

Management of approximately 175 owned and 45 leased commercial improved real properties (lease values approximate $23 million) across six communities;

Administration of contracts for major works and standing offers (approximately 50 contracts per year); and,

Manage budgets worth approximately $23.5 million.

Responsibilities

Provide property management assistance in the management of owned and leased commercial improved property.

Provide clients with O&M Project Management services.

Tender and Contract Management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge in estimating and financial skills to develop and control budgets for property management and O&M projects;

Verbal and written communication skills, negotiating skills, interpersonal skills, financial knowledge and problem solving skills;

Ability to understand and apply relevant acts, regulations, standards, policies and directives, and to translate them into operational procedures;

Ability to resolve conflicts with employees of other departments, contractors and landlords;

Typically attained by.

Completion of a program of study related to property and contract management plus two years' relevant experience.

A class 5 Drivers License.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR

BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9

Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106

Fax (867) 873-0445

[email protected]

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

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28249

Closing Date: September 17, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106.158 - $126,809) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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