Senior Construction Materials & Inspection Technologist (C.E.T. P. Tech.)

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers scientists and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients transportation water energy and other private infrastructure. As a responsive cross-disciplinary team of bright curious and innovative problem-solvers we are dedicated to doing the right thing every day on every project from over 60 offices in the US Canada and Australia.

Built on a foundation of excellence Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental regulatory economic and civic conditions we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelders integrated award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose together we deliver.

Our team promotes respect diversity and inclusion and we provide support for professional development through mentoring programs and training opportunities. Our team is dynamic and collaborative - if this description fits what you are looking for in your career please apply!

Kleinfelder is seeking a qualified responsible candidate for the position of Senior Construction Materials & Inspection Technologist (C.E.T. / P. Tech.) to work on a project in the Edmonton Alberta Canada metropolitan area. responsible for executing and overseeing field and laboratory testing inspection activities and quality assurance programs across multiple disciplines including soils concrete and aggregates. This role operates within the Canadian engineering regulatory framework and supports the Engineer of Record (.) by providing accurate testing inspection and reporting services. This role offers a dynamic work environment the opportunity to work on a high-profile project and be part of an industry leading company.

At Kleinfelder we provide opportunities for each person to use their expertise and talents grow professionally and make an impact each and every day. We know our employees commitment pride and passion contributes to the success of the company and to the successes of our clients. Hard work should reap rewards and build for the futureyours and ours.

In addition to the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most interesting projects in the area Kleinfelder also offers:

• Competitive Wages;
• Great Benefits and RRSP matching
• Certification training and professional development (CSA CWB etc)
• Employee referral bonuses;
• Career advancement opportunities with one of the largest and most respected firms in the industry.

If you are looking for aCAREERopportunity to develope your professional skills enhance your technical certifications and work on resume building projects; then we want to talk to you!

Kleinfelder recognizes our staff as the key to our success. Our employees are the backbone of an integrated company that provides innovative dependable and sustainable solutions for our clients. Accordingly we partner with our staff to establish and achieve career development goals designed to build your professional experience and technical confidence by helping you obtain additional inspection and testing certifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee field testing and inspection activities:
• Soil compaction testing subgrade evaluation and proof rolling
• Concrete testing (slump air temperature cylinders) in accordance with CSA standards
• Aggregate and earthworks inspection and compliance verification
• Ensure compliance with:
• CSA standards (e.g. CSA A23.1 A23.2)
• Project specifications and contract documents
• Provincial and municipal requirements
• Coordinate with contractors project teams and client representatives to align inspection activities with construction sequencing
• Review and validate field and laboratory data for accuracy completeness and compliance
• Identify and document non-conformance conditions and provide recommendations within scope
• Support implementation of Quality Management Plans (QMP) and project-specific QA/QC programs
• Mentor and supervise junior technicians and inspectors
• Contribute to effective communication between Owner Contractor and Engineering teams

The ideal candidate for this role should meet:

• A minimum of 8 years experience in the construction industry
• Multi-discipline CCIL certifications
• C.E.T. or . designation
• Leads inspection programs and mentors staff
• Experience working on large-scale or mission-critical projects (e.g. data centers infrastructure)
• Familiarity with Alberta regulatory environment and working under Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
• Use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word Excel Outlook etc.).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A good work ethic and high level of personal integrity.
• Ability to monitor contractors and report results verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in preparing clear and accurate detailed reports of testing and inspection activities and maintaining work activity records.
• Attention to detail quality and safety.
• Authorization to work in Canada.

This position requires the ability to:

• Bend stoop and lift up to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck etc.).
• Operate equipment as necessary (i.e. ultrasonic nondestructive testing machine concrete cylinder press etc.).
• Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces.
• Work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required.