Construction Inspector

Original job posting

The Construction Inspector will independently perform inspection services for municipal infrastructure and land development projects to ensure compliance with drawings and standards. They will act as the on-site representative, documenting progress, monitoring safety, and coordinating with contractors and project teams.

Job details

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: This position is intended for an experienced municipal construction professional capable of independently performing construction inspection services for municipal infrastructure and land development projects. The successful candidate will represent Arcadis in the field, working collaboratively with contractors, clients, municipalities, developers, and project teams to ensure construction is completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, municipal standards, and industry best practices. Role accountabilities: POSITION DUTIES * Perform construction inspection services for municipal servicing, grading, stormwater management, roadworks, and land development projects. * Monitor construction activities to confirm compliance with contract drawings, specifications, municipal standards, OPSS requirements, and approved permits. * Act as Arcadis' on-site representative during construction activities. * Coordinate with contractors, developers, municipal inspectors, utility agencies, testing laboratories, and project team members. * Attend and participate in site meetings as required. * Document construction progress, deficiencies, corrective actions, and field decisions. * Observe testing activities and verify completion of required quality control and quality assurance processes. * Monitor site safety practices and report safety concerns to appropriate parties. * Assist project managers and engineers with construction administration activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect and documents installation of: * Watermains * Sanitary sewers * Storm sewers * Stormwater management facilities * Roadworks * Sidewalks and curbs * Site grading works * Erosion and sediment control measures * Utility coordination works * Prepare daily site inspection reports, field diaries, photo documentation, and quantity tracking records. * Review contractor progress and advise project management staff of potential issues affecting schedule, budget, quality, or constructability. * Monitor field changes and communicate discrepancies between design drawings and site conditions. * Verify construction materials and workmanship meet project requirements and municipal standards. * Track deficiencies and monitor corrective actions through completion. * Support substantial performance reviews, assumptions inspections, and project closeout activities. * Maintain professional working relationships with contractors, municipal staff, developers, utility companies, and clients. * Provide clear and timely communication regarding construction progress and emerging issues. Qualifications & Experience: TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS Construction Inspection * Municipal servicing construction * Site grading and earthworks * Road construction * Stormwater management facilities * Watermain construction * Sanitary sewer construction * Storm sewer construction * Erosion and sediment control implementation Construction Documentation * Daily inspection reports * Field diaries * Quantity tracking * Photo documentation * Deficiency reporting * As-built reviews Municipal Standards * Working knowledge of Ontario municipal specifications and standards * Familiarity with OPSS and OPSD standards * Understanding of contract drawings, specifications, and servicing plans MUST-HAVE * Minimum 10 years of experience in municipal infrastructure, land development, or construction inspection. * Demonstrated experience inspecting municipal servicing and grading works. * Strong understanding of watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, roadworks, and stormwater management construction. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents. * Valid Ontario Driver's Licence. * Reliable personal vehicle available for travel to project sites. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Comfortable working in active construction environments. COMPENSATION & EXPENSES * Competitive hourly rate based on experience and project requirements. * Mileage reimbursed in accordance with Arcadis corporate policies. * Personal vehicle required. * Personal PPE required, including CSA-approved safety boots, hard hat, high-visibility vest, and other standard construction safety equipment. * Position is part-time as-needed and project-driven with no guarantee of minimum hours or ongoing work. SOFT SKILLS & PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES * Professional, dependable, and self-motivated. * Strong observational and documentation skills. * Comfortable communicating with contractors, clients, municipal staff, and consultants. * Exercises sound judgment and professionalism in the field. * Identifies issues early and communicates them effectively. * Represents Arcadis professionally on construction sites. * Able to manage multiple active sites and changing priorities. * Takes ownership of field observations and reporting. Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The salary range for this position is $72,000- $100,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role. #LI-NV1

What you’ll do

The Construction Inspector will independently perform inspection services for municipal infrastructure and land development projects to ensure compliance with drawings and standards. They will act as the on-site representative, documenting progress, monitoring safety, and coordinating with contractors and project teams.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in municipal infrastructure or construction inspection and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. A valid Ontario driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle are required for travel to project sites.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement

Listed skills

• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Construction inspection
• Municipal infrastructure
• Land development
• Stormwater management
• Roadworks
• Watermain construction
• Sanitary sewer construction
• Storm sewer construction
• Erosion control
• Sediment control
• Engineering drawings interpretation
• Site grading
• Contract administration
• Deficiency reporting
• Quality control
• Quality assurance
• Construction Inspection
• Site Inspection
• Construction Documentation
• Professionalism
• Curiosity
• Technical Requirements
• Self-Motivation
• Construction
• Communication
• Constructability
• Construction Management
• Earthworks
• Engineering Drawings
• Erosions
• Land Development
• Project Management
• Performance Review
• Public Utility
• Quality Assurance
• Sanitary Sewer
• Sediment Controls
• Storm Drains
• Stormwater Management
• Sustainable Design
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Coordinating
• Grading (Landscape)
• Project Closure
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Energy
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction Inspector
• Construction / Building Inspector
• Civil Engineering Technicians
• Construction and Building Inspectors