Field Coordinator

Socket.dev; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range CAD 26.00–30.00 per hour

Job summary

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. is seeking a Field Coordinator to oversee field and laboratory testing, ensuring adherence to quality standards across multiple active sites in Ontario.

You will supervise technicians, review reports, and enforce safety and digital workflow protocols under the Engineering Manager. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in construction materials testing, familiarity with SHAPE, TIP, SQUID, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction materials testing (CMT), inspection and field quality control.
• Familiar with SHAPE, TIP, SQUID deep foundation testing methods and mass concrete monitoring.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Relevant certifications (ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, CCIL, NICET) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise laboratory and field testing as applicable.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate daily testing and inspection schedules across multiple active projects.
• Review and technically approve Daily Field Reports and inspection reports before PM/Engineer review.
• Ensure field-level compliance and adherence to digital workflows via the App.
• Audit technicians to ensure tests align with standards, methods, and checklists.
• Communicate findings to Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Engineering Manager.

Skills

Field testing

Leadership

Technical writing

Digital workflows

Education

Civil Engineering Tech

Construction Management

Job description

Come help build the future, where our work makes the world work!

GTA, Ontario

SUMMARY

Reporting into the Engineering Manager, the Field Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating field and laboratory testing activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and project requirements. This role plays a critical part in managing field operations, supervising technicians, reviewing technical reports, and ensuring adherence to testing standards, safety protocols, and digital workflows. The Field Coordinator works closely with project managers, engineers, technicians, and clients to support efficient project execution and high-quality delivery across multiple active sites.

PRIMARY SCOPE OF ROLE

• Perform and supervisor laboratory and field testing as applicable.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate daily testing and inspection schedules, coordinating resources (technicians, equipment, and lab pickups) across multiple active projects.
• Review and technically approve assigned Daily Field Reports and inspection reports prepared by field technicians prior to PM / Engineer review or client submission.
• Ensure field-level compliance and adherence to digital workflows (preparation and submission of reports) via the App.
• Audit technicians to ensure tests are performed in accordance with established standards, GCE’s method statements, and audit checklists.
• Formally communicate findings and deficiencies to the Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Engineering Manager.
• Remain responsive to the Quality Department for adherence to reporting and compliance requirements.
• Enforce adherence to equipment and instruments sign-out / sign-in protocols.
• Attend pre-activity meetings (e.g., Concrete Pre-Pour) with the Contractor to confirm all required materials, qualified / certified personnel, equipment (e.g., test equipment, curing tank), design specifications, and testing protocols are in place before work begins.
• Act as a technical mediator for field disputes regarding test failures (e.g., compaction density or concrete slump), providing expertise to ensure impartial and standardized re-testing procedures. Escalate issues to management within a timely manner.
• Perform, train personnel, supervise, and document specialized testing procedures (e.g., QVE for deep foundations/subgrade, SHAPE, TIP, SQUID, and mass concrete temperature monitoring).
• Enforce all company and site safety policies, including conducting regular safety meetings, and ensure all team members are working safely in high-risk project environments.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction materials testing (CMT), inspection, and field quality control.
• Familiar with deep foundation testing methodologies (such as SHAPE, TIP, SQUID) and mass concrete monitoring.
• Strong leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to mentor and train field technicians.
• Advanced knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and local provincial/municipal testing standards.
• Excellent technical writing skills for reviewing and approving Daily Field Reports.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, CCIL, or NICET levels).
• Strong team relations, conflict-resolution and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with digital construction workflows and mobile reporting applications.
• Working in laboratory and field.
• Requiring regular travel to active construction sites and high-risk project environments.
• Work involves outdoor exposure to varying weather conditions, heavy machinery, and active construction hazards.
• Requires flexibility to attend early morning pre-pour meetings or coordinate schedules outside of standard business hours.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Expected Base Salary: $26.00 - $30.00 per year. The actual base salary will depend on several factors including experience, qualifications, internal equity, work location and market expectations.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

Disclaimers

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure:

We may use AI-enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including application screening and recruitment administration. AI-generated insights or recommendations are used to assist our hiring teams and are not the sole basis for employment decisions. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by human decision-makers.

Vacancy Status:

This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.

We believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.