Bridge Technologist

Role Responsibilities

If you're passionate about infrastructure and motivated by work that keeps communities connected and safe, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact. As a Bridge Technologist in the Government of Alberta, you’ll play a pivotal role in the oversight and upkeep of the province’s bridge infrastructure—bridging the gap between technical execution and public service. From emergency repairs to large-scale rehabilitation, your expertise ensures that Alberta’s bridges remain strong, safe, and sustainable for years to come.

As a Bridge Technologist, you’ll support the Bridge Manager in delivering a wide range of bridge maintenance and rehabilitation programs. You’ll manage projects through every phase—from inspections and design input to construction oversight and contractor engagement. This role blends fieldwork, contract administration, stakeholder collaboration, and problem-solving in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Your decisions and leadership will directly influence project outcomes, public safety, and long-term asset integrity.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Managing the annual bridge maintenance program by reviewing inspections, prioritizing repairs, and ensuring cost-effective project delivery.
• Responding to urgent infrastructure issues with timely, practical repair solutions that minimize disruptions to the public.
• Engaging and overseeing engineering consultants through all stages of bridge maintenance and inspection activities.
• Defining project scopes, preparing technical documentation, and developing site-specific repair plans.
• Monitoring contractors’ performance and compliance with technical specifications, safety protocols, and environmental controls.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders—including regulatory agencies, municipalities, and utility companies—to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assisting in the delivery of broader bridge construction and rehabilitation programs across the region.
• Providing technical advice, design input, and field information to support municipal bridge projects and utility installations.

This position requires regular travel throughout Southern Alberta typically between 25-50% of the time. It offers a varied work environment that includes both field and office-based activities, ideal for individuals who enjoy a flexible and hands-on approach to their work.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

• Build Collaborative Environments: Fosters productive working relationships with contractors, consultants, and colleagues. Ensures bridge projects reflect shared goals and comply with legal and environmental standards.
• Drive for Results: Keeps projects on track and within budget while upholding safety and quality standards. Proactively resolves issues, incorporates feedback, and manages risk through informed decision-making.
• Creative Problem Solving: Finds innovative, context-sensitive solutions to construction and repair challenges. Research materials and methods, engages industry experts, and navigates regulatory requirements with adaptability.
• Systems Thinking: Understands the long-term implications of infrastructure decisions, weighing short-term needs with decades of operational impact. Applies cost-benefit analyses and integrates lessons learned into future project planning.

Qualifications

Required: 

• A related technical diploma (e.g., Civil Engineering), PLUS six (6) years related experience in bridge maintenance and construction or equivalent as described.

Equivalency:

• Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

For Example:

• Related 4-years degree PLUS a minimum 4 years of experience.
• Related 1-year certificate PLUS a minimum 7 years of experience.
• Related minimum 8 years of experience. 

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary

The successful candidate MUST also have: 

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent, and ability to travel within Alberta.
• Ability to produce a driver abstract. 
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to multi-task, set priorities, plan and co-ordinate resources to meet timelines.

Assets: 

• Good understanding of the Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors Bridge Inspection and Maintenance Program.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of construction contract documents.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound knowledge of repair materials including wood, concrete, steel, adhesives, coatings, and sealers as well as their application.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Additional Position Details:

• Term of Employment: Permanent Full-time position.
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week.
• Location: Lethbridge, Alberta.

Recruitment Process:

• The final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening. 
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.