Senior Construction Inspector

at  Halton Region

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
If you are looking for a role where you can lead a team towards the delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for the residents of Halton, we want to hear from you. Over the next 10 years, the Region will be investing over $5 billion in transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure. We are committed to delivering high quality infrastructure for the residents, businesses and visitors to Halton Region, and are looking for dedicated, forward thinking and enthusiastic individuals to join our Public Works team!

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager of Permits and Inspections, the positions are technical, onsite leads for the Region to ensure quality control, assurance and acceptance of municipal infrastructure: water, wastewater, and storm water, along with Regional Roads. The positions monitor, inspect and document construction activities and coordinates with Regional staff, consultants, developers, contractors, external agencies and the public to ensure Regional Development construction projects are completed as per Regional Standards.

• Perform detailed field inspections of water, wastewater, storm sewer and road construction for development projects to ensure assets and the materials and methods used during construction comply with all related permits, regulations, standards and contract documents, drawings & specifications.
• Create and maintain accurate and detailed project records for financial and technical purposes (e.g. as-constructed drawings, test reports, daily diary).
• Perform, arrange and/or witness quality assurance and quality control testing of linear water, wastewater, storm sewer and road assets and related construction materials.
• Coordinate project activities (e.g., shutdowns, road closures and testing) between the Region, consultant and the contractor to maintain water quality, minimize service disruptions to the public, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide technical support to the Regional Development Project Manager, consultants and contractors regarding construction methods and staging (i.e., sequencing of events) as well as resolution to design issues arising through construction.
• Create and maintain professional relationships with Regional staff, Local Municipal staff, Developers, consultants, contractors, emergency services (i.e. fire), Councilors, Regulatory Authorities and the public.
• Communicate in a professional and courteous manner with residents and businesses regarding project information, mitigating impacts and resolving issues related to construction.
• Operate various technical equipment to undertake backflow testing, take measurements and complete materials testing.
• Support the Development Services Department by rotating into Permits Inspection from time to time.
• Demonstrate independent problem solving and draws upon construction experience to resolve or recommend the best approach to technical challenges.
• Perform other duties as assigned.