Field Specialist – PTUS

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bantrel Infrastructure seeks a Field Specialist – PTUS to join the Ontario Line Subway project in Toronto, performing field engineering on underground tunnelling and station construction while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 3–4 years of related experience (7–9 years without a degree), strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with project teams, review drawings, provide on-site support, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 3–4 years of field experience, or 7–9 years without a degree.
• Experience as a field engineer or assistant superintendent on infrastructure projects.
• Experience supervising construction of large rail/transit infrastructure.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review project requirements and ensure contractor compliance.
• Analyze drawings, scope, and specs for project understanding.
• Coordinate with project managers and supervisors to align goals.
• Plan methods and resolve on-site technical issues.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.
• Provide on-site technical support and equipment compliance.

Skills

Field engineering

Construction supervision

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Technical drawings analysis

Risk assessment tools

Job description

• Department: Electrical Field Engineering
• Market Segment: Construction
• Compensation: CAD 95,000 - CAD 140,000 - yearly

Company Description

Bantrel is proud to be a leading provider of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Construction Management (EPC / EPCM) services in Canada.

For 40 years we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada’s most challenging and complex energy, mining, infrastructure and nuclear projects, with an unrelenting focus on safety and quality.

We operate independently but leverage the global expertise of and provide resources to our affiliate Bechtel Corporation, one of the largest EPC companies in the world, and remain Canadian focused including through our other shareholder, McCaig Investments, a respected local family group of businesses and deep community supporter. Our private ownership provides long-term business planning and strategic decision horizons supported by a strong financial position.

We are currently seeking a qualified Field Specialist – PTUS to join our Infrastructure team based in Toronto, ON. The Field Specialist will be part of the Delivery Partner integrated project team responsible for performing construction field engineering assignments of a varied nature the Ontario Line Subway Project. The Field Specialist will be assigned to the Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations (PTUS) package, one of the most technically complex components of the Ontario Line program. The work involves underground transit construction, tunnelling, station construction, utility coordination, stakeholder interfaces, and integration with existing transit operations within a dense urban environment. The Field Specialist is responsible for executing and managing construction field engineering tasks, ensuring work meets safety, technical, and quality standards. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to coordinate with project teams. The Field Specialist may lead a team or specialize in a specific area of the project.

Bantrel Infrastructure, a key sub-vendor to Bechtel, has been appointed as the Delivery Partner within an integrated team with the client, Metrolinx, for the Ontario Line Subway (OLS) Project. In this role, Bantrel Infrastructure will work as part of an integrated team with the customer organization to support the delivery of this subway project in Toronto, Ontario. The project scope includes the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of all infrastructure and rail systems associated with 15 stations and more than 15 km of new alignment. The work is being delivered through two major Public-Private Partnership (P3) contractors, multiple Advanced Early Works (AEW) package contractors, and two large Progressive Design-Build contracts.

Site trailer office located at 449 Carlaw Ave, in Toronto's North Riverdale neighborhood

Duties & Responsibilities:

Review project requirements and ensure contractor compliance

Analyze technical drawings, scope, and specifications to ensure full project understanding and ensure contractor compliance.

Coordinate with project managers, supervisors, and team members to align on goals and timelines.

Assist in planning methods and procedures and resolve technical issues with superintendents.

Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.

Provide hands-on technical support, troubleshooting on-site issues, and ensuring equipment compliance with safety standards.

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime.

Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and technicians to ensure work meets specifications.

Supervise junior engineers or contractors, providing guidance and support.

Communicate with project managers and clients on progress and issue resolution.

Conduct quality checks to ensure compliance with technical standards and safety protocols.

Complete field reports documenting tasks, issues, and corrective actions.

Monitor material usage, labor hours, and equipment operation for accountability.

Address client concerns on-site and escalates when necessary.

Prepare reports summarizing activities and recommendations.

Collaborate with project teams to align on goals and timelines, providing input on technical challenges and solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field as well as a minimum of 3-4 years of relevant work experience, or 7-9 years relevant experience in the absence of a degree.

Work experience as a field engineer, or assistant superintendent.

Previously held construction supervision role(s) with responsibility for construction of infrastructure of similar scope, size and complexity to a station on a rail / transit project.

Strong communication and leadership skills.

Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Additional Information

Our culture is guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants , these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy.

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values , these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy. Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to creatingan inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Bantrel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives. Learn more about our approach to diversity and inclusion here .

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.