Maintenance Contract Inspector

Government of Alberta; Stony Plain; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government body in Alberta seeks a Maintenance Contract Inspector to enhance road safety and infrastructure excellence. In this role, you will oversee highway maintenance contracts, inspect operational quality, and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to keep Alberta’s roads safe and efficient. Your expertise will directly impact community connectivity and public safety.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills to manage complex road maintenance and safety issues.
• Clear communication skills for working with contractors and the public.
• Excellent organization to track work progress and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing highway maintenance contracts for safety and quality.
• Inspecting roads and bridges to ensure compliance with standards.
• Preparing budgets and maintenance plans to keep operations on track.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Job description

Are you passionate about road safety, public service, and infrastructure excellence? TEC is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Contract Inspector (MCI) to support highway operations in the Stony Plain District. In this vital role, you’ll help keep Alberta’s roads safe and reliable while protecting the province’s transportation investments. This is your chance to directly impact how communities connect and thrive.

As an MCI, you’ll work closely with the Operations Engineer to deliver highway maintenance and operations for Contract Maintenance Area 509. You’ll help plan and monitor work, manage budgets, inspect roads and bridges, and ensure maintenance meets provincial standards. You’ll be part of a team that prioritizes safety, performance, and collaboration across multiple stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities include :

• Overseeing and supporting the highway maintenance contract to ensure safety, service, and quality standards
• Inspecting roads, bridges, and maintenance work to spot hazards and ensure compliance
• Preparing budgets, maintenance plans, and issuing work orders to keep operations on track
• Monitoring contractor performance, reviewing progress, and authorizing payments
• Investigating incidents, public concerns, and infrastructure issues, and taking action as needed
• Reviewing environmental plans and making sure work aligns with sustainability goals
• Building strong working relationships with contractors, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and residents
• Contributing to long-term plans and recommending changes to improve maintenance practices
• Supporting capital project planning and infrastructure upgrades
• Assessing materials, managing audits, and helping ensure work meets all technical specifications

What you’ll bring to the role :

• Strong problem-solving skills to manage complex road maintenance and safety issues
• Clear, respectful communication skills for working with contractors, local officials, and the public
• Initiative and adaptability to work independently and handle fast-changing field conditions
• Excellent organization and attention to detail to track work progress, budgets, and inspections
• A collaborative mindset to build trust and teamwork with a wide range of stakeholders