Construction Inspector

HDR • Richmond Hill, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. HDR is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our Transportation – Construction Services team in the Greater Toronto area to work on transit and highway infrastructure construction projects. Reporting to the group lead, the position will be responsible for coordinating and inspecting of onsite construction, and providing construction administration.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and/or relevant experience
• Ability to register with OACETT as a Road Construction Junior Inspector (rcji) designation, and/or with PEO
• 0-3 years of experience with transportation engineering or construction projects
• Familiarity with CMS with Aurigo, and or Kahua is preferred
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Excellent oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills
• Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection and oversight on bridge, roadway and highway, and transit construction projects
• Maintain accurate daily diary entries and completion of contract documentation records
• Maintain daily photographic records, and videos as necessary to document contract activities
• Complete site surveys of completed works for tracking item and material quantities for payment
• Complete daily inspections in accordance to client requirements
• Monitoring construction work is in accordance to contract documents and specifications
• Monitoring the contractor’s compliance to health and safety, and environmental regulations and legislation
• As part of an inspection team, supervise and implement quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works
• Perform duties within a construction field office environment that include assisting in preparation of construction payment certificates; collecting and summarizing material weight tickets; take meeting minutes; and assistance with development of site instructions
• Liaise with client representatives, as required
• Requires working nights, weekends, and extended shifts
• Work may be seasonal in nature, as work permits
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees