Site Inspector

Arcadis; Barrie; On-site; CAD 107,083 - 160,625; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Barrie, Ontario, is looking for a Field Inspector to oversee site activities for municipal projects. This role requires strong public relations and communication skills, as well as knowledge in civil works such as earthworks and underground servicing. The successful candidate will interpret construction drawings and conduct inspections to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards. The position offers a salary range of $78,000 to $117,000 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in construction of civil components including earthworks and underground servicing.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in computer systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document construction site activities and discussions.
• Inspect to ensure compliance with design and advise any deviations.
• Conduct erosion and sediment control inspections.

Skills

Public relations skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

College or University Engineering Diploma

PEO and O.A.C.E.T.T. designation

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries dedicated to improving quality of life.

Role Description

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, the Field Inspector will oversee day-to-day site activity and provide detailed daily observations and record‑keeping services for the installation of all development related works for water/wastewater linear and facility projects in Southern Ontario, specifically in the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County. These activities may include (but are not limited to) earthworks, underground servicing, secondary road works, and lot grading conformance and/or municipal engineering works including liner and vertical infrastructure. This role requires strong public relations skills and the ability to accurately communicate project‑related information to clients, contractors, municipal staff, or any other project stakeholder as required.

Role Accountabilities

• Monitor and document construction site activities and discussions; prepare detailed daily site inspection/progress reports and collect digital photo records of site activity
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications and inspect to ensure compliance with the design; advise the contractor and Team Lead immediately of any observed deviation from the approved design drawings or any safety or environmental issues
• Inspection of the materials, methods, and construction processes of structures, buildings, mechanical and electrical installations, water and wastewater facilities, sewers, water mains, utilities and roads; obtain and/or verify detailed servicing as‑built information
• Review contractor submissions such as shop drawings, RFIs, CCTV inspections
• Conduct detailed erosion and sediment control inspections and preparation of reports
• Advise Team Lead of any potential contractor extra work claims or potential cost/time saving observations
• Review and verify contractor’s payment requests and progress claims.
• Attend pre‑construction meetings, site progress meetings, and document, prepare and distribute records of meetings; liaise with homeowners, municipalities, conservation authorities, contractors, and clients as required
• Coordinate sub‑consultant inspectors and reviews, and contractor and municipal staff to carry out maintenance/assumption inspections and repairs
• Conduct day‑to‑day tasks in accordance with legislated and Company‑dictated Environmental, Health and Safety mandates and other Company policies

The successful candidate will be knowledgeable in construction of civil components including earthworks, underground servicing, secondary road works and lot grading conformance and/or municipal engineering works including liner and vertical infrastructure. They will be able to interpret construction drawings and specifications, have excellent communication, organizational and time‑management skills to manage multiple projects, and possess a strong work ethic, motivation, interpersonal and judgment skills, proficiency in computer systems, software and typing. Health and Safety training will be provided as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• College or University Engineering Diploma, PEO and O.A.C.E.T.T. designation, an asset
• Familiarity with Ontario Building Code, OPSS, OH & SA and standards and regulations relevant to building and construction

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone’s contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills‑based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $78,000-117,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

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