Sr. Construction Inspector- Structures

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Inspector- Structures, where you'll oversee transportation construction projects in the vibrant Toronto area. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in complex problem-solving and enhance processes while collaborating with peers and stakeholders. You'll be instrumental in ensuring safety and quality standards, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to successful project delivery. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this position allows you to make a significant impact on communities and lives. Embrace the chance to grow your career in an environment that values expertise and creativity.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Access to training programs

Competitive PTO accruals

Qualifications

• 10 years in construction engineering with 5 years inspecting structures.
• Experience with Class 1 Railway is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safety-first culture for all construction projects.
• Inspect work materials to ensure contract requirements are met.
• Maintain a daily inspection diary documenting construction activity.

Skills

Construction Engineering

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

OACETT Designation

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

What You Will Do:

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

GFT is seeking a Senior Inspector- Structures to join our Construction and Building Group in Guelph,ON area. This role follows an on-site work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto, ON office.

What you'll be challenged to do:

As a Senior Inspector- Structures, you will play a pivotal role in managing transportation construction projects across Toronto, ON. This is an exciting opportunity for career expansion, as you will engage in complex problem solving, enhance processes, and spearhead small projects to ensure successful project delivery. This position will allow for collaboration with peers, senior levels, and stakeholders to tackle challenges, contribute to professional growth, and prepare for leadership roles.

In this capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Establishing a safety-first culture for all construction projects.
• Inspecting work materials and methods to ensure contract requirements are met safely and with quality.
• Maintaining a daily inspection diary documenting construction activity, environmental events, and progress.
• Issuing contract deficiency reports and following up on corrective actions.
• Observing and reporting on infractions of safety, security, and operational procedures.
• Assisting in resolving construction-related issues and ensuring contract compliance.
• Tracking change notices for the completion of as-constructed drawings.
• Assisting in the project closeout phase, including certificate of substantial completion and as-builts.
• Coordinating and carrying out inspections to verify compliance with contract documents.
• Reviewing the quality of contractor's work and reporting to clients.
• Ensuring contract compliance with technical plans and specifications.
• Training and mentoring junior staff.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• OACETT Designation (C.E.T, C.Tech, A.Sc.T).
• A minimum of 10 years (including 5 years inspecting structures; retaining walls, bridges, and culverts) in construction engineering, including field construction and contract administration in the Toronto, ON/GTA area.
• Experience with Class 1 Railway and working within a right-of-way is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle in good working order.

What we prefer you bring:

• Demonstrated supervisory experience on construction sites, with a focus on transit, commercial, and municipal infrastructure projects, deep foundations, around waterways, bridges (MTO roads and highways), and excess soil management.
• Experience in resolving claims and a strong understanding of health and safety codes and regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial, and local laws relevant to transit operations.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Capable of working independently in day-to-day inspections.
• Flexibility to travel to construction sites for extended periods and work outside of normal business hours.

Company Overview:

Essential infrastructure touches all of our lives – so how can we shape it for the better?
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes LivesGannett Fleming TranSystemsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accruals
• We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer:
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to internal and external training programs
• Support active participation in professional organizations

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE: Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.

Location: Guelph, Ontario

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

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