Civil Inspector

LOCATION: Nanaimo, BC (Hybrid)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, Permanent

At Maven, we build **what communities depend on** — power, water, gas, and other essential systems that keep communities connected and thriving. Our success is driven by our people: motivated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and commitment to every project.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Civil Inspector to play a key role in delivering an exciting portfolio of capital projects.

The Civil Inspector will be responsible for a portfolio of civil construction projects owned by our Power Utility client. There are a number of on-going capital and maintenance projects of varying size.

**Responsibilities**:
This work requires collaboration with third-party civil contractors and design team and reports to our Inspections Supervisor. The core responsibilities include:

- Inspection of existing structures and related civil work during project planning
- Provide feedback regarding the constructability of proposed design prior to design completion
- Hold pre-construction meeting to review the design drawings, Client standards/specification as well as inspection witness and hold points with the civil constructor
- Inspection of installed structures and related civil work through all stages of construction and/or repair to ensure the work is completed in compliance with Client Standards, designs, specifications, and quality requirements
- Act as field delegate of the Client’s Designer and/or Professional Engineer, perform the Distribution Engineering Underground Civil Construction Field Review Requirements, unless directed otherwise by the Professional Engineer, and communicate/coordinate field related design issues with the Designer/Engineer
- Provide civil inspection reports reflecting compliance of the work to design drawings and Client standards

**Who We Are Looking For**:

- Diploma of technology in Civil Engineering and minimum 3 years experience performing related technical or minimum of 5 years’ experience in civil underground infrastructure construction. Experience inspecting civil underground infrastructure is an asset.
- May be eligible to be registered with ASTTBC as an Applied Science Technologist or ASTT Certified Public Works Inspector
- Able to read structural/civil/utility drawings and interpret the information with respect to impact to design/construction drawings.
- Well-developed planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed communication, facilitation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills in English.
- Proficient with MS Office software and Adobe. Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Client’s Spatial Asset Management (SAM) and Distribution Analysis and Design (DAD) programs is an asset
- Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions on construction sites
- Class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract
- Awareness of municipal and provincial permitting process is an asset
- Awareness of WorkSafeBC requirements is an asset
- Awareness of environmental requirements is an asset
- Awareness of construction equipment commonly used in BC is an asset

**About Maven**:
At Maven, we believe in building more than infrastructure — we build stronger communities. Our people bring passion, expertise, and innovation to every project, helping shape the systems communities depend on power, water, gas, and other essential services across Western and Northern Canada. As owner’s representatives, we turn client ideas and objectives into sustainable, high-quality infrastructure delivered with safety, efficiency, and expertise.

Our vision is: “To be the trusted, industry-leading partner offering large-firm expertise and quality with the efficiency and agility of a mid-sized team.”

The word Maven means “one who is experienced or knowledgeable.” Our people bring that to life every day. Guided by our six values — Safety, Sharing, Standards, Speed, Solutions, and Stretch — and strengthened by our People Cornerstones, we create an environment where our team can thrive, grow, and deliver meaningful results for our clients and communities.

We also believe in giving back. Through our Share Program, we partner with local organizations and create opportunities for our team to volunteer, ensuring we contribute to a stronger, more resilient future for our communities.

**Why Join Maven**:

- Do meaningful work - Deliver projects that build what communities depend on, from power and water to gas and other essential infrastructure across Western Canada.
- Grow professionally without big corporate overhead - Take on the complexity and professional challenges of large-scale projects while enjoying the efficiency, agility, and support of a mid-sized team.
- Be part of a values-driven culture - Guided by our Maven 6 values — Safety, Sharing, Standards, Speed, Solutions, and Stretch — and strengthened by our People Cornerstones, we foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous