Construction Inspector

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited (Burnside) is currently seeking a Construction Inspector to join our Field Services team.

Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated inspection experience in roads watermain and sewer construction. This role requires a thorough understanding of trenching safety traffic control watermain storm and sanitary sewer construction and road restoration. Experience with trenchless technologies would be an asset.

At Burnside we pride ourselves on cultivating a strong culture where collaboration with our clients and contractors is essential. We prioritize empathy for those affected by our projects and are committed to mitigating any negative impacts.

We are seeking an individual who can effectively work as part of a project team while also being capable of working independently on project sites. The successful candidate will be initially placed on a project located in Southampton Ontario.

Our ideal candidate must be flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and assignments. They should be meticulous in recordkeeping diligent punctual and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This position is primarily field based with the flexibility to work out of our Collingwood or Wingham office as needed depending on project requirements and personal preference.

Role Specifics

Reporting to a senior manager the individual is responsible for daily onsite review of assigned project to determine whether the project is progressing in General Conformance with the drawings and specifications.

This individual will be required to liaise between the owner contractor businesses residents and all other project stake holders.

The position will involve carrying out the following typical tasks:

• Conducting onsite construction review of construction activities to ensure conformance with the contract drawings and specifications;
• Preparing and issuing site inspection reports;
• Ensuring that the contractors safety plan traffic control plan environmental plan and construction techniques are followed and adhered to;
• Review of the contractors construction schedule to monitor and track actual progress against the baseline work plan;
• Preparing coordinating and issuing project records and asbuilt information;
• Coordinating as required with the client and contractor;
• Coordination of specialist inspection agencies (geotechnical testing etc.
• Liaising with municipal and governing authorities as required in support of the contract;
• Reviewing monthly contractor progress payment draws/proper invoices and assisting with payment verification/certification;
• Reviewing/assessing contractor change requests and claims and assisting with negotiations if/as required;
• Attendance at construction progress meetings and preparation of meeting minutes;
• Assisting with various contract administration duties in conjunction with the Contract Administrator;
• Reviewing and commenting on constructability aspects of design drawings;
• Assisting with preparation of tender and contract documents;
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Some evening and weekend work may be required to facilitate the inspection requirements of assigned projects.

A valid drivers license and regular access to a vehicle are mandatory to commute to project locations.

Qualified Candidates Should Have:

• A minimum of 5 years of related experience in civil construction and client relationship management experience
• A diploma or education in a related discipline is an asset
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Ability to understand and interpret Contract Documents and Drawings
• Knowledge of Construction materials trades means and methods of the construction process project scheduling and the contractual obligations of subcontractors suppliers and manufacturers through the construction process
• A solid understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety act and Construction Regulations
• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Determination to set and manage priorities to meet all deadlines
• Strong writtenand verbal communications skills
• Selfmotivated and ability to work detached from base support staff

Why Choose Burnside

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5decade track record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients The Burnside team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.

We offer:

• A collaborative culture where friendship honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices
• Flexible working hours and office locations including hybrid working opportunities
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• RSP company matching plan
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Potential for performancedriven bonusing
• Wellbeing benefit
• Active social committees
• A welcoming positive and inclusive work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workplace and we welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Burnside will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment assessment and selection process as required. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation during these processes please contact our Human Resources department.

Company Profile More about us:

Founded in 1970 R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is a growing valuesdriven employeeowned multidiscipline engineering and environmental consulting firm with over 400 staff. Our consistent commitment towards investing in technology advancements and training in addition to encouraging and promoting professional development has enabled our firm to meet our ongoing and stated goal of continual improvement.

We actively seek to develop relationships with a broad and diversified client base in the Public Private and Indigenous sectors.We work on a variety of projects throughout Canada with ten office locations in Ontario and one in Manitoba.

Burnside has expertise in many technical disciplines beyond our core civil engineering focus including air and noise asset management building sciences environmental planning and ecology GIS hydrogeology land development landscape architecture municipal drainage solid waste stormwater management structures transportation planning and design water and wastewater and well drilling & diagnostics.

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