Intermediate Resident Engineer / Inspector

Jacobs; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Intermediate Resident Engineer / Inspector for the Burnaby office to support municipal, transportation, water and infrastructure projects. You will act as on-site representative ensuring construction aligns with specifications, safety standards, schedules and contract obligations.

The role includes field coordination with contractors, clients, and consultants. When not on site, you will assist with submittal reviews, contract administration and proposal support as needed,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site representative for Jacobs and the client during construction.
• Monitor and inspect construction activities for compliance with drawings, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Review contractor submissions including shop drawings, RFIs, and work plans.
• Coordinate site inspections and QA/QC activities.
• Prepare meeting minutes and action items.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Construction knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

P.Eng. designation

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

By joining Jacobs, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting and impactful infrastructure projects while helping to create a more connected, sustainable future. We bring together the brightest minds to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions for our clients and communities.

We are seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Resident Engineer / Inspector to join our Burnaby office and support the delivery of municipal, transportation, water, and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will act as Jacobs' on-site representative, ensuring construction activities are completed in accordance with project specifications, design requirements, safety standards, schedules, and contractual obligations.

As a Resident Engineer / Inspector, you will oversee and monitor construction activities on behalf of the client and Jacobs project team. You will serve as the primary field contact between contractors, clients, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

When not on site, you will help support projects via submittal reviews, contract administration tasks, and/or proposal support.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Serve as the on-site representative for Jacobs and the client during construction.
• Monitor and inspect construction activities to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Review contractor work methods, schedules, and progress against project milestones.
• Coordinate and conduct site inspections and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities.
• Maintain detailed daily reports, field diaries, inspection records, and photographic documentation.
• Review contractor submissions, including shop drawings, RFIs, work plans, and material approvals.
• Identify deficiencies, non-conformances, and construction issues and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Monitor quantities, progress payments, change orders, and claims as required.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare meeting minutes and action items.
• Coordinate with design engineers and technical specialists to address field issues.
• Verify implementation of environmental, health, and safety requirements on-site.
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities are conducted in accordance with project requirements.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch lists, substantial completion inspections, and turnover documentation.
• Support project pursuit activities, specification writing, when not on a project site.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering or construction management discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with the applicable provincial/state engineering association, or a construction management designation.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant construction inspection, contract administration, or resident engineering experience.
• Experience working on transportation, municipal infrastructure, water/wastewater, buildings, or civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, engineering standards, and contract administration principles.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and ability to travel to project sites.

Posted Salary Range Minimum

80,000.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

115,000.00

The base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 to $115,000.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across British Columbia, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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