Construction Inspector

CIMA+; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CIMA+ as a Construction Inspector in Ottawa and play a key role in the quality assurance of infrastructure projects. With responsibilities ranging from site inspections to compliance monitoring, you'll contribute to significant developments while benefiting from a strong support system that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits from day one

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Annual opportunity to purchase shares

Work/Life balance policy

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training to improve skills

Qualifications

• 5+ years in infrastructure and land development construction preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of OH&S Act and Ontario Provincial Standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducting site inspections for quality control on construction projects.
• Documenting site activities and preparing monthly progress reports.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations on construction sites.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

MTO Class ‘G’ driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcometo people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

We are currently looking for an experienced Construction Inspector to join our Infrastructure team in Ottawa. As a Construction Inspector, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and compliance of construction activities on infrastructure, road and land development construction projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Engineering site inspection on municipal and land development construction projects for quality control and adherence with applicable provincial standards, engineering design and technical specifications
• Document construction site activities (keeping a detailed daily report log, taking photos, performing survey checks, and recording as-built conditions) and identify and monitor deficiencies
• Track and prepare end of month quantity reports for contractor progress payment
• Provide problem resolution and field solutions with respect to unforeseen construction issues and participate in construction progress meetings
• Arrange on-site geotechnical investigations and material testing (for concrete, granular materials, and asphalt) and coordinate with Engineering for specialist inspections
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act on construction sites with authority to issue stop work orders; ensure proper Ministry and project procedures are followed to ensure public/pedestrian safety
• Liaise with clients, regulatory inspectors, various utility companies, residents, and other stakeholders as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure and land development construction, with direct experience in road and linear infrastructure required; 5+ years experience preferred, but will consider candidates with at least 2 years of such experience
• Effective communicator possessing demonstrated skills in dealing with other staff, contractors, and the public, in matters arising from construction projects
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of use of a construction level and surveying is an asset
• MTO Class ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing and access to a personnel vehicle
• Working knowledge of the Occupation Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, and Ontario Provincial Standards and Specifications (OPSS) for Municipal projects
• Demonstrated skills in the use of computer utilizing programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, etc.), Bluebeam and AutoCAD (asset)
• RCSI designation an asset
• Eligible for P.Eng. or CET designation is an asset
• Experience working on City of Ottawa infrastructure projects an asset
  
  

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills
  
  

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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