Construction Inspector (8-month Contract)

HDR; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time away

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our team in the Greater Toronto Area. This role involves overseeing roadway and highway construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, and maintaining documentation.

Applicants should have a post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering, along with experience in construction and inspection. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience with engineering or construction.
• Certified OACETT as a Road Construction Senior Inspector designation preferred.
• Valid Ontario driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection and oversight of complex construction projects.
• Maintain accurate daily diary entries and contract documentation.
• Monitor compliance with contract documents, specifications, and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in Civil Engineering

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Construction/Contract Management System (CMS)

Job description

HDR is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our Construction and Field Services team in the Greater Toronto Area to work on provincial and municipal roadway and highway construction projects. Reporting to the group lead, the position will be responsible for coordinating and inspecting onsite construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection and oversight of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects
• Maintain accurate daily diary entries and completion of contract documentation records
• Maintain daily photographic records, and videos as necessary to document contract activities
• Complete site surveys of completed works for tracking item and material quantities for payment
• Utilize Construction/Contract Management System (CMS) on MTO and municipal construction contracts
• Complete daily inspections in accordance to client requirements
• Monitoring construction work is in accordance to contract documents and specifications
• Monitoring the contractor’s compliance to health and safety, and environmental regulations and legislation
• Supervise and implement quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works
• Report to the Project Manager and Contract Administrator onsite activities, concerns, and non-conformances, and provide recommendations for resolution
• Review and document implementation of traffic closures in accordance to contract documents
• Liaise with client representatives, as required
• Requires working nights, weekends, and extended shifts
• Work may be seasonal in nature, as work permits
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Post‑secondary degree/diploma in Civil Engineering and/or relevant experience
• Certified OACETT as a Road Construction Senior Inspector (rcsi) designation, and/or registered with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) with relevant experience
• A Minimum 3 years experience with engineering or construction
• Previous experience working on municipal or MTO roadway and highway projects
• Able to work weekends, nights, and extended shifts as needed
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. The pay range for Toronto, ON, Richmond Hill, ON, Burlington, ON: $60,000 - $90,000.

Location and Schedule

Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill
Other Locations: Canada-Ontario-Toronto, Canada-Ontario-Burlington
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Field Services - FAR OH‑based Contract

Equal Opportunity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.