Intermediate Construction Inspector

6 months ago


Stoney Creek, Canada R.J. BURNSIDE & ASSOCIATES LIMITED Full time

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited (Burnside) is currently seeking an Intermediate Construction Inspector to join our Field Services team. The ideal applicant will have 5-8 years of demonstrated inspection experience of water and wastewater transmission construction. This role requires an individual with a thorough understanding of trenching safety, traffic control, watermain and sewer construction, and road restoration. Experience with trenchless technologies would be an asset.

Burnside has a strong culture, and the ability to work closely with our Clients’ team and the Contractors’ teams is critical to us. Empathy for those who are impacted by our projects is vital, as is a willingness to mitigate those impacts.

We are looking for an individual who can work as part of a project team, but is whose role also involves working independently on project sites. The ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior inspection personnel would be an asset.

The position will be based out of our Hamilton office, but will predominantly be a field role.

**Role Specifics**

Reporting to a senior manager, the individual is responsible for daily on-site 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 and all other project stake holders including affected members of the public.

The position will involve carrying out the following typical tasks:

- Conducting onsite construction review of water and wastewater construction to ensure conformance with the contract drawings and specifications;
- Preparing and issuing site inspection reports;
- Ensuring that the contractor’s safety plan, traffic control plan, environmental plan and construction techniques are followed and adhered to;
- Review of the contractor’s construction schedule to monitor and track actual progress against the baseline work plan;
- Preparing, coordinating, and issuing project records and as-built information;
- Coordinating as required with the client and contractor;
- Coordination of specialist inspection agencies (geotechnical testing, disinfection, video inspection, welding, 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 driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle are mandatory to commute to project locations.
- Between 5-8 years of sewer and watermain construction and client relationship management experience
- A diploma or education in a related discipline
- 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 sub-contractors, 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 written and verbal communications skills
- Self-motivated and ability to work detached from base support staff

**Why Choose Burnside?**

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decade 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 performance-driven bonusing
- Recruiting bonus / finder’s fee for referrals
- Wellbeing benefit
- Active social committees
- A welcoming, positive, and inclus


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