Sr. Site Representative

We currently have an opening for a Senior Site Representative based out of our Markham office. This is a two-year contract position. You will join the dynamic Water Division, who are active on multi-discipline design and construction projects for a variety of public and private sector clients. This position will provide you with opportunities for advancement and career growth. Working with a dynamic, talented team in a collaborative work environment, you will collaborate with teams in our Ontario offices. 

You will be responsible for providing on-site representation and construction services for multi-discipline construction projects in the water and wastewater sector. Project locations will be in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Area (includes Kitchener, Toronto, Hamilton, and the Niagara Area).

Responsibilities include the following:

• Overseeing the construction of various engineering projects. 
• Engaging in daily contract administration duties as well as site inspection duties to monitor Contractor progress, workmanship, and conformance with the contract documents.
• Communicating regularly with the Associated Engineering, Client and Contractor project teams
• Serving as Associated Engineering's Representative in communicating with the public and other stakeholders through the duration of the construction contract
• Engaging in a collaborative work environment with your team, as well as other disciplines and offices.
• Complying with and working within COR certified environment and performing all duties in accordance with those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act and applicable legislation.

• Undergraduate degree in Civil, Process or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• ------OR Diploma in Construction, Construction Management, or equivalent field from an accredited college.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with PEO or OACETT, or eligible for registration, is an asset.
• Interest in pursuing a career in construction contract administration and on-site inspection.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in a construction role.
• Experience with contract administration and on-site inspection principles, practices, and techniques.
• Experience working for a consulting engineering firm and/or a construction firm is an asset.
• Experience in water / wastewater treatment facility construction is an asset.
• Experience with multi-discipline design coordination and construction is an asset.
• Experience with construction of structural components (Structural steel and concrete) in brown field projects
• Familiarity with applicable local building / construction codes.
• Knowledge of construction contract interpretation and construction acts.
• Experience with monitoring and coordinating activities on a construction project including liaising with the Client, Contractors, Approvals Officers, and Public as required.
• Experience with preparing various contract administration paperwork including agendas, minutes, daily logs, photographic records, request for information, testing reports, change orders, deficiency lists, construction certificates.
• Experience with project scheduling computer software in assessing construction progress compared to tendered schedule.
• Knowledge of construction products, materials, and equipment.
• Inspection and conformance of construction works with contract documents and engineering design.
• Experience with interpretation of specifications, plans, and regulations.
• Experience with preparing engineering sketches, technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimation.
• Experience with start-up and commissioning of mechanical systems, as well as post-construction warranty services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects.
• Valid construction safety certificates – working at heights, confined space, WHMIS, First-Aid, CPR level A, and/or automated external defibrillator (AED) training is an asset.
• Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, and the latest version of AutoCAD.
• Proven analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including use of email and videoconferencing technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and collaborative approach to work as a team member to provide solutions to construction issues.
• Proven organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Committed team player.
• Valid driver's license.