Site Inspector

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Role description:

Arcadis is seeking Kitchener/Waterloo Construction Management Team Site Supervisors to support the Contract Administration team on key municipal and major Infrastructure projects. These positions include one Site Supervisor two Site Supervisors Watermain & Sewer Replacement Road Rehabilitation and other Civil Works. The Site Supervisors will play a key role in observing documenting and verifying that construction activities are carried out in accordance with Issued For Construction (IFC) drawings project specifications and the overall design intent.

Working closely with the Contract Administrator and Project Manager the Engineer of Record (EOR) contractors and the broader project team the Site Supervisors will support the delivery of construction phase engineering services by monitoring field activities and ensuring that design requirements are properly implemented on site. These roles are suited for technically oriented professionals with strong field inspection and construction observation experience on complex municipal heavy civil infrastructure projects such as watermain and sewer replacement/construction road rehabilitation and paving construction of multi-use paths streeting lighting and driveway modifications.

The Site Supervisors will contribute to effective coordination between the design and construction teams helping identify potential design issues early and supporting timely resolution of field-related queries.

Role accountabilities:

The Site Supervisor will support the Contract Administrator and Project Manager by performing regular site observations of construction activities related to rail transit and infrastructure works. This includes monitoring construction activities to verify compliance with IFC drawings project specifications and applicable industry standards.

The role involves documenting and recording all required hold points witness points and observations as defined in the Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and other construction management procedures. The Site Supervisor will maintain accurate site surveillance reports including detailed written documentation and photographic records of construction progress and observations.

The Site Supervisor will also be responsible for developing and maintaining inspection surveillance and progress tracking tools to support the construction management team in monitoring construction status documentation requirements and outstanding technical actions.

In collaboration with the contractor and project stakeholders the Site Supervisor will communicate field observations potential non-conformances and design-related issues to the Engineer of Record (EOR) and project team. The role will also support coordination with the contractors representatives to facilitate site surveillance activities respond to technical queries and assist in resolving issues related to Requests for Information (RFIs) Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Field Change Requests.

The Site Supervisor will participate in site coordination and progress meetings providing input on construction progress and design-related matters. The role may also involve supporting the design team in the review of shop drawings material submittals and Inspection Test Plans where these relate to site conditions and field implementation.

Throughout all site activities the Site Supervisor will promote Arcadis commitment to safety quality and environmental stewardship while maintaining effective communication and coordination among the project team.

Qualifications & Experience:

Candidates should possess a diploma or degree in Civil Mechanical Electrical or Construction Engineering Technology or a related discipline. A minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant field inspection construction observation or field engineering experience is required ideally gained on large-scale heavy civil municipal infrastructure projects such as road rehabilitation sewer and watermain construction/ replacement and other municipal civil works.

A working knowledge of applicable standards and codes including CSA OPSS the Ontario Building Code (OBC) AREMA standards and relevant municipal and provincial requirements is considered important for the role. Familiarity with design review processes and Construction Phase Services within a consulting engineering environment is also desirable.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong technical understanding of construction related to reinforced concrete structures mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems track infrastructure excavation support systems utilities and related infrastructure components.

Strong documentation reporting and communication skills are essential along with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced project environment. The role requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and meeting project deadlines.

Proficiency in standard computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel along with experience using tracking or project documentation systems is required. Registration with the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) is considered an asset but is not mandatory. A valid Ontario G Drivers License is required for this role.

Why Arcadis

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