Temporary Works Inspector

VINCI Construction Grands Projets Canada • Pickering, ON

33d • CA$80,000 - CA$100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Temporary Works Inspector, you will support the Temporary Works Engineer and Coordinator in the inspection, verification, and monitoring of temporary works during the construction lifecycle. You will ensure that temporary works are installed, maintained, and dismantled in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, safety requirements, and applicable Ontario regulations. You will support the project's Temporary Works department to ensure temporary works are safe, compliant, and fit for purposes.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil / Structural engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality inspection, field engineering, temporary works inspection, or construction supervision.
• Strong knowledge of temporary works systems, including formwork, falsework, scaffolding, shoring, excavation support, and access systems.
• Knowledge of Ontario construction safety regulations is required.
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound technical judgment.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Safety and scaffold inspection certification is considered an asset.
• Ontario Professional Engineer designation is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Temporary Works Engineer and Coordinator in implementing the Temporary Works Management Process on the project.
• Conduct inspections of temporary works before first use, following modifications, and at required intervals.
• Verify that temporary works are installed in accordance with approved drawings, engineering requirements, method statements, and project procedures.
• Inspect temporary works including: Formwork and falsework; Shoring and reshoring systems; Excavation support systems; Scaffolding and access structures; Temporary platforms, barriers, hoarding and protection systems; Temporary support and lifting structures.
• Verify that temporary works remains safe, stable, and fit for purpose during their operational life.
• Collaborate with Superintendents, Supervisors, Temporary Works Engineer, Temporary Work Coordinator, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure temporary works are constructed and used as intended.
• Participate in site walks, coordination meetings, and pre-task planning sessions.
• Verify that site conditions remain consistent with design assumptions, including ground conditions, loading requirements, environmental factors, and access constraints.
• Provide guidance to site teams regarding inspection requirements, hold points, and temporary works limitations.
• Verify compliance with approved temporary works designs, project specifications, construction procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Complete checklists and inspection reports before temporary works are placed into service.
• Identify and track deficiencies, non-conformities, and deviations from approved designs.
• Ensure corrective actions are completed and verified before temporary works are used.
• Support the implementation of project safety requirements and Temporary Works Procedures.
• Immediately report and escalate unsafe conditions, unauthorized modifications, or design deviations to the Temporary Works Coordinator and Project Management Team.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all temporary works activities.
• Complete the inspection reports, deficiency notices, and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, project reports, photographs, and compliance documentation.
• Provide regular updates to the Temporary Works Engineer and Coordinator regarding inspection status, risks, deficiencies, and upcoming inspections.

Benefits

• Gross annual salary between 80 000 and 100 000 depending on experience and profile
• 4 vacation weeks & 3 emergency/sickness days paid
• Annual bonuses
• Group Health Insurance (premium participation including virtual health care system)
• RRSP Program
• Career development opportunities
• A cosmopolite and inclusive work environment
• Attractive and challenging project

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior