By joining Jacobs, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting and impactful infrastructure projects while helping to create a more connected, sustainable future.

We bring together the brightest minds to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions for our clients and communities.

We are seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Resident Engineer / Inspector to join our Burnaby office and support the delivery of municipal, transportation, water, and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will act as Jacobs' on-site representative, ensuring construction activities are completed in accordance with project specifications, design requirements, safety standards, schedules, and contractual obligations.

As a Resident Engineer / Inspector, you will oversee and monitor construction activities on behalf of the client and Jacobs project team.

You will serve as the primary field contact between contractors, clients, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

When not on site, you will help support projects via submittal reviews, contract administration tasks, and/or proposal support.

Key Responsibilities include:
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Serve as the on-site representative for Jacobs and the client during construction.
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Monitor and inspect construction activities to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
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Review contractor work methods, schedules, and progress against project milestones.
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Coordinate and conduct site inspections and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities.
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Maintain detailed daily reports,



field diaries, inspection records, and photographic documentation.
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Review contractor submissions, including shop drawings, RFIs, work plans, and material approvals.
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Identify deficiencies, non-conformances, and construction issues and provide recommendations for resolution.
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Monitor quantities, progress payments, change orders, and claims as required.
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Participate in project meetings and prepare meeting minutes and action items.
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Coordinate with design engineers and technical specialists to address field issues.
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Verify implementation of environmental, health, and safety requirements in office.
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Ensure testing and commissioning activities are conducted in accordance with project requirements.
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Support project closeout activities, including punch lists, substantial completion inspections, and turnover documentation.
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Support project pursuit activities, specification writing, when not on a project site.
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Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering or construction management discipline.
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Professional Engineer (P.

Eng.)



designation or eligibility for registration with the applicable provincial/state engineering association, or a construction management designation.
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Minimum 5 years of relevant construction inspection, contract administration, or resident engineering experience.
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Experience working on transportation, municipal infrastructure, water/wastewater, buildings, or civil engineering projects.
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Strong understanding of construction practices, engineering standards, and contract administration principles.
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Knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
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Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
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Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and ability to travel to project sites.
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📌 Intermediate Resident Engineer / Inspector (Burnaby)
🏢 Jacobs
📍 Burnaby