At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming workplace where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals; Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists bring deep technical knowledge, hands‑on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee‑owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

HDR is seeking a Construction Inspector (8‑month contract) to join our Construction and Field Services team in the Greater Toronto Area to work on provincial and municipal roadway and highway construction projects. Reporting to the group lead, the position will be responsible for coordinating and inspecting of onsite construction projects.

Responsibilities

Provide inspection and oversight of complex bridge, roadway and highway construction projects

Maintain accurate daily diary entries and completion of contract documentation records

Maintain daily photographic records,



and videos as necessary to document contract activities

Complete site surveys of completed works for tracking item and material quantities for payment

Utilize Construction/Contract Management System (CMS) on MTO and municipal construction contracts

Complete daily inspections in accordance to client requirements

Monitoring construction work is in accordance to contract documents and specifications

Monitoring the contractor’s compliance to health and safety, and environmental regulations and legislation

Supervise and implement quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works

Report to the Project Manager and Contract Administrator onsite activities, concerns, and non-conformances, and provide recommendations for resolution

Review and document implementation of traffic closures in accordance to contract documents

Liaise with client representatives, as required

Requires working nights, weekends, and extended shifts

Work may be seasonal in nature, as work permits

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Post‑secondary degree/diploma in Civil Engineering and/or relevant experience

Certified OACETT as a Road Construction Senior Inspector (rcsi) designation, and/or registered with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) with relevant experience

A Minimum 3 years experience with engineering or construction

Previous experience working on municipal or MTO roadway and highway projects

Able to work weekends, nights, and extended shifts as needed

Ability to work in a team environment and independently

Excellent communication and problem solving skills

Valid Ontario driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team





An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive setting where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Toronto, ON, Richmond Hill, ON, Burlington, ON: $60,000 - $90,000

Primary Location
Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Other Locations
Canada-Ontario-Toronto, Canada-Ontario-Burlington

Industry
Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule
Full‑time

Employee Status
Temporary

BusinessClass
Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting
Mar 24, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-prospect-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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📌 Construction Inspector (Ontario)
🏢 HDR
📍 Ontario