Electrical Contract Administrator & Inspector – Traffic Signals

GHD; Whitby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as an Electrical Contract Administrator & Inspector in Ontario, where you'll support design and construction projects involving traffic signal systems, street lighting, and power distribution. The role involves project management, contract administration, and mentoring junior inspectors within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience with commissioning and testing of traffic signals systems.
• Thorough knowledge of Ontario Electrical Safety Code and related guidelines.
• G class driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects involving traffic signalization and street lighting systems.
• Prepare detailed specifications and construction cost estimates.
• Conduct field investigations and inspections.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or degree in Electrical Engineering

Certified IMSA Traffic Signals Inspector

Job description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Who are we looking for?

Our Engineering Design Organization is looking for a proactive go-getter with a can-do attitude who thrives on working collaboratively with various teams in an agile and fast-paced environment. As our Electrical Contract Administrator & Inspectorworking out one of our GTA offices you will play an instrumental role on the Power & Lighting team, supporting design and construction projects involving traffic signals systems, street lighting and power distribution systems.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Delivering projects involving traffic signalization and street lighting systems, with a possibility of expanding into underground / overhead electrical distribution systems
• Contract administration duties
• Preparation of detailed specifications and schedules of quantities, construction cost estimates and bid analyses
• Conducting field investigations, inspections, assessments, etc.
• Coordination and liaison with clients, approving authorities and various utility companies
• Coordination with internal design team
• Project management
• Mentoring of junior inspectors
• Maintaining and developing inspection documentation and checklists

What you will bring to the team:

• College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or degree in Electrical Engineering
• Certified IMSA Traffic Signals Inspector
• Extensive experience with commissioning and testing of traffic signals systems - minimum 8 years
• Thorough knowledge of industry standards and design guidelines, including Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Ontario Traffic Manual OTM Book 7, 12 and 12A and applicable TAC guidelines
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work on multiple projects
• Attention to detail
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent computer skills
• G class driver’s license

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As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.