Construction Inspector, Rail and Transit

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The Opportunity

Ready to Make an Impact?
Join our Rail and Transit team as a Construction Inspector in Toronto. In this role, you'll be on-site, ensuring quality and compliance for transformative transit projects that shape the future of urban mobility. Proud to share that the WSP in Canada Rail & Transit team has achieved 1st place for "Great Company to Work for in Canadian Rail" at the Inaugural TRACCS Transit & Rail Association Awards.

Your Impact

• Oversee and conduct inspections on TTC construction projects, including station upgrades, accessibility improvements, second exits, fire ventilation systems, track work, subway yards, and bus facilities.
• Verify that work materials and methods meet contract requirements and safety standards.
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for active construction contracts.
• Issue and follow up on contract deficiency reports, ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Act as a liaison between contractors, TTC staff, municipalities, and utility companies to maintain smooth project execution.
• Monitor compliance with safety, security, and operational standards, addressing infractions promptly.
• Support contract administration and quality assurance throughout the construction lifecycle.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Completion of a University or College program in Civil, Structural, Architectural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience inspecting large, multi-discipline or heavy construction capital projects.
• Familiarity with bus garage and car house operations, plus experience in civil/structural, mechanical, or electrical disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of construction inspection principles, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications, monitor progress against baseline schedules, and ensure compliance.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and accessibility requirements under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
• Proficiency in reading drawings and schematics; experience with transit infrastructure projects (TTC, Metrolinx) preferred.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours
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Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $66,700 – $88,400
MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $60,300 – $80,000

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe.  In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

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• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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