Provide inspection and construction supervision on Class 1 railway projects. Maintain accurate daily diary entries and complete 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. Complete daily inspections in accordance with client requirements and expectations. Monitor construction work to ensure it complies with contract documents and specifications.

Monitor the contractor’s compliance with health and safety, and environmental regulations and legislation. Supervise and implement quality assurance acceptance and inspection of construction works. Report to the Project Manager onsite activities, concerns, and non‑conformances, and provide recommendations for resolution.

Act as client site representative. Require working nights, weekends, and extended shifts. Work may be seasonal in nature, as work permits. The role of Civil Construction Inspector, Rail is a casual, temporary, as‑needed position.





Minimum 5 years’ experience with engineering or construction. Preferred previous experience working with CN Rail and CPKC Rail projects. Previous experience working on municipal or provincial transportation projects would be an asset but not required.

Be able to read and interpret construction design drawings. Ability to work in a team setting and independently in remote locations. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. (Candidates with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience for a high school diploma) Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).

Medical, dental, vision. Short and long‑term disability, life insurance. Employee assistance program. Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays. Retirement savings plan with employer match. Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Part‑time Temporary Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

📌 Civil Construction Inspector, Rail (Contract) (Burlington)
🏢 HDR
📍 Burlington