Construction Inspector

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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…