Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

- Act as the primary site contact for contractors and municipal inspection staff
- Ensure construction activities are completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, standards, and best practices
- Perform site inspections; measure quantities; document progress; and provide field direction as required
- Coordinate with the Manager of Construction Services, CA Project Manager, and other DSEL team members to resolve site issues
- Coordinate with external site professionals, including geotechnical, survey (OLS), environmental, structural, fluvial, and other consultants
- Monitor and track day-to-day construction progress and project schedules
- Organize and lead construction meetings, including preparation of agendas and meeting minutes
- Prepare construction cost estimates and quantity take-offs
- Prepare and administer contract documentation, including Schedules of Items, Change Order Requests (CCNs), Change Orders (COs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Site Instructions (SIs)
- Maintain accurate and complete project files, records, and inspection documentation

Education





- College diploma or university degree specializing in civil engineering or civil construction

Skills and Competencies

- Demonstrated experience in civil construction and contract administration
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- AutoCAD experience and interest in using CAD for construction-related tasks
- Strong English written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, self-motivated individual who takes initiative and enjoys problem-solving
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a field-based setting

Experience

- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in subdivision design and/or construction inspection and contract administration

Working Conditions

- Access to a reliable vehicle

What we offer:

- Remote work flexibility
- Dental/medical benefits plan (premiums paid by DSEL)
- Wellness Spending Account
- Competitive, merit-based salary
- Opportunities to grow based on merit, not years of service
- Supportive place to work with team event opportunities

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📌 Site Inspector (Ottawa)
🏢 DSEL - David Schaeffer Engineering
📍 Ottawa