Civil Works Inspector Jobs

We are seeking a Civil Works Inspector for a municipal client of ours in the Vancouver area. The Civil Works Inspector will provide construction inspection quality assurance in the field for a wide array of large and small civil works, including construction of sewer and water mains, reservoirs and pump stations, and including lining, coating and materials inspection.
Advantages

• Opportunities for career advancement
• Competitive compensation and benefits (including pension)

Responsibilities

• Perform basic soil investigations.
• Perform other related duties.
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings for construction layout and for construction conformity.
• Ensure staff and contractors adhere to safety regulations.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, detailed diaries and attend pre-construction and site meetings with engineers and contractors.
• Perform grade and alignment checks using survey equipment.
• Maintain construction records (e.g. pipe laid, excavation quantities, concrete and reinforcing steel placed, bedding and backfill material used, etc.) for the preparation of progress estimates and “as built” records.
• Oversee the work of contractors.
• Supervise and direct one or more junior staff.
• Inspect and ensure quality of materials including aggregates, concrete, asphalt, pipe fabrication, linings and coatings at manufacturing plants.
• Inspect water, sewer, solid waste and other construction projects for conformity to specifications and drawings and ensure that general quality for the project is maintained.
• Perform engineering related calculations.
• Ensure that staff and contractors understand the specifications and drawings.
• Inspect the field application of corrosion protection on pipelines.
• Maintain detailed written records concerning material quality and instructions to contractors.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and follow standards and specifications.
• Intermediate experience in the use of computers and applicable software.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with internal staff, outside organizations, contractors and the public.
• Sound knowledge of quality control testing procedures regarding materials utilized in water, sewer and solid waste projects.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of safety procedures and WorkSafe regulations and ability to apply regulations.
• Valid BC drivers license
• Intermediate Certificate in Civil Engineering Technology from BCIT or other recognized technical institute plus at least two years of directly related and progressive experience.
• Sound knowledge of standard engineering terminology and applicable practices.

Summary
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please forward your resume via email to Nick Paraskeva | [email protected]
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