Field Coordinator

Green Infrastructure Partners•Toronto, ON

8d•CA$26 - CA$30•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting into the Engineering Manager, the Field Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating field and laboratory testing activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and project requirements. This role plays a critical part in managing field operations, supervising technicians, reviewing technical reports, and ensuring adherence to testing standards, safety protocols, and digital workflows. The Field Coordinator works closely with project managers, engineers, technicians, and clients to support efficient project execution and high-quality delivery across multiple active sites.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
3+ years of experience in construction materials testing (CMT), inspection, and field quality control.
Familiar with deep foundation testing methodologies (such as SHAPE, TIP, SQUID) and mass concrete monitoring.
Strong leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to mentor and train field technicians.
Advanced knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and local provincial/municipal testing standards.
Excellent technical writing skills for reviewing and approving Daily Field Reports.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, CCIL, or NICET levels).
Strong team relations, conflict-resolution and negotiation skills.
Proficiency with digital construction workflows and mobile reporting applications.

Responsibilities

Perform and supervisor laboratory and field testing as applicable.
Develop, maintain, and communicate daily testing and inspection schedules, coordinating resources (technicians, equipment, and lab pickups) across multiple active projects.
Review and technically approve assigned Daily Field Reports and inspection reports prepared by field technicians prior to PM / Engineer review or client submission.
Ensure field-level compliance and adherence to digital workflows (preparation and submission of reports) via the App.
Audit technicians to ensure tests are performed in accordance with established standards, GCE’s method statements, and audit checklists.
Formally communicate findings and deficiencies to the Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Engineering Manager.
Remain responsive to the Quality Department for adherence to reporting and compliance requirements.
Enforce adherence to equipment and instruments sign-out / sign-in protocols.
Attend pre-activity meetings (e.g., Concrete Pre-Pour) with the Contractor to confirm all required materials, qualified / certified personnel, equipment (e.g., test equipment, curing tank), design specifications, and testing protocols are in place before work begins.
Act as a technical mediator for field disputes regarding test failures (e.g., compaction density or concrete slump), providing expertise to ensure impartial and standardized re-testing procedures.
Escalate issues to management within a timely manner.
Perform, train personnel, supervise, and document specialized testing procedures (e.g., QVE for deep foundations/subgrade, SHAPE, TIP, SQUID, and mass concrete temperature monitoring).
Enforce all company and site safety policies, including conducting regular safety meetings, and ensure all team members are working safely in high-risk project environments.