Construction Inspector

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Responsibilities & Qualifications

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- As a Site Inspector, your role will be to monitor and control progress of the work for municipal projects at an intermediate level.
- Daily presence on site for duration of construction works is required.
- Assist project Contract Administrator(s) with various administrative duties as required.
- Prepare detailed daily reports and project record keeping.
- Report on and provide assistance to the resolution of construction activities.
- Attend site meetings, take meeting notes, and assist in the preparation of site meeting minute reports.
- Monitor Contract quantities and assist in the preparation of Change Directives and Change Orders as needed.
- Coordinate and liaise between Clients, Contractors, and other agencies.
- Management of responses to Contractor’s submittals, RFI’s and clarification requests.
- Evaluate contractor performance to ensure project deliverables and quality standards are achieved.
- Maintain regular communication with clients regarding project status, site issues and project quality and resolve issues as required.
- Collect as-constructed data.
- Follow all construction safety procedures and policies including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Implement and monitor inspection procedures in accordance with professional, corporate and client guidelines.
- Ability to work extended hours as the project requires.
- Mentor junior team members on the various facets of site inspection.
- Complete all tasks accurately and efficiently with mínimal supervision.
- Assist with schedule review, critical path, delays and recovery plans.
- Monitor contractor as-built records for accuracy and maintain an updated set of as-built drawings on site.
- Oversee equipment start-up operations, testing, and commissioning.
- Identify and manage deficiencies and warranty items. Maintain tracking log.

QUALIFICATIONS (INCLUDING EDUCATION and/or JOB EXPERIENCE):

- Working knowledge of local, and provincial building codes, construction principles, techniques and procedures, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
- Bachelor’s Degree or College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.
- Registered or eligible for registration with P.E.O or OACETT as a C.E.T., C. Tech or P.Eng.
- Duties would include site inspection for linear and vertical works for water, wastewater and storm sewer(s)/ management projects.
- MTO Class ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing and access to a personal vehicle.
- Strong record keeping and problem-solving abilities.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Sound judgement and decision-making ability.
- Knowledge of Canadian Contract Law including the Construction Lien Act.
- First Aid Training, Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, OTM Book 7 etc., would be beneficial, however TYLIN will provide training as required.
- Survey knowledge using total station and GPS technology.
- Strong MS office
- AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.

Additional Information

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.