Junior Inspector (Summer Student)

TULLOCH; Thessalon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm in Algoma District is seeking a Junior Inspector to join their team. In this role, you will perform field and technical inspections for construction projects including highways and bridges. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a Civil Engineering program and possess strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and opportunities to work across Canada while promoting a positive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Flexible working hours

Social activities and company events

Coaching and mentoring programs

Scholarship programs for family members

Opportunities to travel across Canada

Qualifications

• Strong motivation with results-oriented focus.
• Unwavering commitment to health and safety.
• Valid Class G driver's licence required.

Responsibilities

• Complete field inspections and technical inspections.
• Conduct inspections of materials and methods used by contractors.
• Record inspection activities and evaluate construction progress.

Skills

Independent judgment

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Enrollment in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Field Diary software

Job description

Come Join Us!

“We want to build an organization where everyone loves their job and their leaders care for them.”

Over the last 30 years, TULLOCH has built a robust multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm recognized Canada-wide for its strengths in diverse service offerings and commitment to excellence. TULLOCH’s innovative use of emerging technologies to improve both the efficiency and quality of work is core to everything TULLOCH. This approach, along with our extreme work ethic, makes us the service provider of choice for many clients.

Based in Central or Northern Ontario, the Junior Inspector will report to the Contract Administrator and will have a wide range of duties which ultimately focus on completing field and technical inspections. You will be part of a team that offers Construction Management services to various public and private clients, including the provincial government, contractors, and municipalities. The work generally requires administering large-scale construction projects on highways, bridges, and roads throughout Ontario. The team typically acts in a quality assurance role, administering the construction contract, inspecting for adherence to specifications, handling quantity calculations, processing progress payments, etc.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete field inspections including independently performing a broad range of technical inspections in accordance with established standards and regulations
• Conduct inspections of methods and materials used by contractors, while ensuring conformity
• Assess and analyze compliance with contract documents
• Ensure environmental protection measures are installed and functioning
• Complete materials testing including compaction testing, bag and tag materials, and conduct field surveys to verify dimensions and grade
• Accurately record inspection activities in Field Diary, provide continuous evaluation of construction progress, and provide reports to Contract Administrator on construction activity

Who You Are:

• You can exercise independent judgment within defined parameters and in alignment with business objectives
• You are not afraid to raise your hand when you need help or guidance
• You are trusted with the freedom to work independently while contributing to the overall team success
• You are physically fit and willing to work outside in all weather conditions
• You can travel and be away from home for extended periods of time
• You enjoy writing reports used by clients
• You can learn and work with various software on a laptop, as required
• You are excited to join a team that enjoys working together in a remote setting

What You Should Bring:

The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a postsecondary program in Civil Engineering or a related field. Additionally, you should have:

• High motivation with results-oriented focus
• Superior organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Unwavering commitment to health and safety in the workplace
• Valid Class G driver’s licence

What We Offer You:

• Competitive wages
• A fantastic culture, team, and energetic work environment
• Social activities, company sponsored events, and opportunities to give back to our local community
• Flexible working hours
• Coaching and mentoring programs
• Scholarship programs for family members
• Opportunities to travel and work across Canada

TULLOCH is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to acquiring a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, origins, ages, orientations, genders, creeds, and religions. TULLOCH accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. TULLOCH is an excellent place to work and we look forward to meeting with you! If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.