Intermediate Construction Inspector – Water/Wastewater (Linear)

R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is currently hiring two Intermediate Construction Inspectors to join our dynamic Field Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for seasoned professionals with a strong background in watermain and sewer construction inspection who are committed to delivering quality infrastructure with safety, precision, and community care at the forefront.

We’re looking for individuals with at least 7 years of hands-on inspection experience in linear water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of trenching safety, traffic control, watermain and sewer installation, and road restoration. Experience with trenchless technologies is considered a valuable asset.

This role is primarily field-based, offering flexibility to work out of our Hamilton or Mississauga offices depending on project requirements and personal preference.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Intermediate Construction Inspector, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the construction of linear water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You’ll ensure compliance with contract documents, safety standards, and environmental regulations while maintaining clear communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholders. Your work will directly contribute to the successful delivery of essential municipal infrastructure.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Conduct thorough on-site inspections of watermain and sewer construction projects.
• Ensure contractor adherence to safety plans, traffic control, and environmental protocols.
• Maintain meticulous project records, including daily reports, as-built documentation, and progress tracking.
• Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, municipal authorities, and the public.
• Support contract administration, including payment verification, change order review, and meeting documentation.
• Mentor junior inspection staff and contribute to team development.
• Demonstrate empathy and professionalism when addressing community concerns related to construction impacts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily site inspections to verify conformance with drawings and specifications.
• Prepare and issue detailed inspection reports and project documentation.
• Monitor contractor schedules and track progress against baseline plans.
• Coordinate with specialist inspection agencies (e.g., geotechnical, disinfection, CCTV).
• Review contractor invoices and assist with payment certification.
• Attend construction meetings and prepare minutes.
• Assist with tender and contract document preparation.
• Provide constructability feedback during design phases.
• Support evening/weekend inspections as required by project schedules.

What You Bring

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or education in a related discipline.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in sewer and watermain construction inspection.
• Strong understanding of trenching safety, traffic control, and restoration practices.
• Familiarity with trenchless technologies is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Ability to interpret contract documents and engineering drawings.
• Solid knowledge of construction materials, methods, and scheduling.
• Understanding of OHSA and construction regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and record-keeping skills.
• Valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle.

At Burnside, you’ll work in an environment that supports professional development, teamwork, and meaningful project work. If you’re ready to bring your skills to a company that values your growth and contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Choose Burnside?

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decade track record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients? The Burnside team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients, while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset, and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.

We offer:

• A collaborative culture where friendship, honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices
• Flexible working hours and office locations, including hybrid working opportunities
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• RRSP company matching plan
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Potential for performance-driven bonusing
• Wellbeing benefit
• Active social committees
• A welcoming, positive, and inclusive work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workplace and we welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Burnside will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, assessment, and selection process, as required.  If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation during these processes, please contact our Human Resources department.

Company Profile – More about us

Founded in 1970, R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is a growing values-driven employee-owned multidiscipline engineering and environmental consulting firm with over 450+ staff. Our consistent commitment towards investing in technology advancements and training, in addition to encouraging and promoting professional development, has enabled our firm to meet our ongoing and stated goal of continual improvement.

We actively seek to develop relationships with a broad and diversified client base in the Public, Private and Indigenous sectors. We work on a variety of projects throughout Canada, with ten office locations in Ontario and one in Manitoba.

Burnside has expertise in many technical disciplines beyond our core civil engineering focus including   air and noise, asset management, building sciences, environmental planning and ecology, GIS, hydrogeology, land development, landscape architecture, municipal drainage, solid waste, stormwater management, structures, transportation planning and design, water and wastewater and well drilling & diagnostics.

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