Student, Construction Inspector, Rail & Transit - Fall 2025

WSP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking co-op students for exciting Construction Inspection roles in their Rail & Transit Department. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in construction management services while working on significant transit projects within Toronto. You'll assist with contract administration and inspection, ensuring that projects meet safety and quality standards. With a commitment to inclusion and a flexible work policy, this company fosters a collaborative culture where your contributions will be valued. If you're eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free TTC Transit Pass

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Co-op Engineering program in civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, or construction management.
• Strong safety orientation and commitment, with excellent business and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection and contract administration of various construction projects.
• Prepare daily reports and contract deficiency reports for active construction contracts.
• Liaise between contractors, TTC staff, and external agencies.

Skills

Construction Management

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Safety Orientation

Education

Co-op Engineering Program

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking co-op students starting inFall 2025for Construction Inspection roles in our Rail & Transit Department. You will assist with providing support for construction management services with a large transit client based at a designated project site within the Toronto City limits. This position offers a good opportunity to gain valuable experience in the administration of construction contracts and contract administration for capital works projects. Other experience gained under this assignment includes familiarity with track and signal, municipal servicing and infrastructure construction which will be very helpful to those who ultimately wish to pursue a career in this field in either a design or construction management. All work locations are within the city of Toronto, and accessible by transit (free TTC transit pass provided during work term).

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofInclusionandBelonging
• OurFlexible Work Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• OurHybrid Work Policy- a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
• ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP #Student-CA

Qualifications

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• Enrolled in a university or college Co-op Engineering program in the civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, or construction management discipline;
• Interest in, or prior experience with construction management;
• Interest in working outdoors in a construction environment and the ability to work independently as necessary;
• Has the desire to learn and a good work ethic;
• Strong safety orientation and commitment;
• Occasional shift work that includes nights and weekends;
• Excellent business and technical writing skills
• Good written and verbal communications skills;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

A day in the life:

• As part of the Construction Management Team, you will assist with the inspection and contract administration of a variety of construction projects at Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) including station upgrades, easier access projects; second exits, tunnel fire ventilation, surface track, subway car houses and yards, bus garages and maintenance facilities;
• Inspecting the work materials and methods to ensure that the requirements of the Contract Documents are fulfilled in a safe manner with requisite quality;
• Prepare daily reports for active construction contracts and issues Contract Deficiency Reports including the follow-up on required corrective actions including inspection of same;
• Observing, acting and reporting on any contractual and non-contractual infractions of safety, security, operational interference or TTC customer inconvenience;
• Liaise between the Contractor, TTC staff, utility companies, local municipalities and other external agencies; and
• Other duties as assigned/required.