Construction Field Inspector

WSP in Canada; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Construction Field Inspector (Intermediate to Senior) for a major project in Prince Rupert, BC. You will ensure quality, safety, and compliance on site as part of a collaborative field team.

The role is intended for candidates based in Prince Rupert or nearby, with on-site work for the duration of the project. This position offers long-term career momentum within WSP’s northern, logistically complex environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive construction inspection experience on large, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong understanding of civil, geotechnical, and infrastructure construction practices.
• Experience working on active construction sites.
• Familiarity with quality control, inspection documentation, and deficiency management.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a field-based project team.
• Willingness to reside in Prince Rupert or work a 2-in / 2-out rotational schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet site safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction activities to verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance and workmanship across civil, geotechnical, and associated infrastructure scopes.
• Document field activities through daily reports, photos, deficiency tracking, and progress updates.
• Support health, safety, and environmental compliance on site, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and client representatives to resolve field issues.
• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions to keep work moving safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to successful project delivery in a northern and logistically complex environment.

Skills

Construction inspection

Civil engineering understanding

Quality control knowledge

Inspection documentation

Independent work

Driving license

Rotational schedule readiness

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology/Construction Engineering

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP

The Opportunity – Build the Future with Us

Be part of a major construction program in Prince Rupert, BC, supporting the delivery of a complex, high-profile infrastructure replacement project. As a Construction Field Inspector (Intermediate to Senior), you'll play a critical role in ensuring quality, safety, and compliance on site while working as part of a collaborative field team.

This opportunity is intended for candidates who are based in Prince Rupert or the surrounding area and able to work on-site for the duration of the project.

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to a landmark project while building long-term career momentum with WSP.

Your Impact

• Inspect construction activities to verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor contractor performance and workmanship across civil, geotechnical, and associated infrastructure scopes
• Document field activities through daily reports, photos, deficiency tracking, and progress updates
• Support health, safety, and environmental compliance on site, promoting a strong safety culture
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, and client representatives to resolve field issues
• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions to keep work moving safely and efficiently
• Contribute to successful project delivery in a northern and logistically complex environment

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of progressive construction inspection experience on large, multi-disciplinary projects
• Strong understanding of civil, geotechnical, and infrastructure construction practices
• Experience working on active construction sites
• Familiarity with quality control, inspection documentation, and deficiency management
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a field-based project team
• Willingness to reside in Prince Rupert or work a 2-in / 2-out rotational schedule
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet site safety requirements

Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary based on relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Salary ranges may be subject to change for business purposes.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.