Development Construction Inspector - Urgent Hire

We are on the lookout for a hardworking Development Construction Inspector to join our all-star team at Town of Oakville in Oakville, ON.
Growing your career as a Full Time Development Construction Inspector is a fantastic opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in planning, critical thinking and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Development Construction Inspector at Town of Oakville today!

Job Details:
Temporary Full-Time CUPE1329T

Posting Status:
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Duration:
Two (2) positions available 4-8 month contracts.

Internal secondment applications are welcome. Please note, however, that members of management will not be considered for secondments into bargaining unit positions.

 

Reporting to the Manager, Permits and Inspections, this position supports the town and development industry with the construction of municipal infrastructure, pertaining to ‘greenfield’ and ‘intensification’ type land development projects conform to existing town standards and procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

 

Is responsible to ensure that all privately initiated public municipal infrastructure is inspected and constructed to established town standards, policies and procedures;

Participates in meetings with public and agency stakeholders of the town regarding concerns, policies, and design/operational requirements particularly with respect to road construction, driveway access, and right-of-way standards for specific sites;

Track and report on the status of all inspection activities, and maintain accurate records;

Review security adjustments based on construction scheduling, work undertaken by contractors, site deficiencies;

Assist with development of construction guidelines in consultation with other technical staff for the preparation of Section manual for the development industry;

Attend pre-construction meetings to ensuring developer and builder, to ensure consistency with the town’s construction policies and procedures;

Resolve landowner/homeowner complaints and enquires;

Works closely with other Development Construction Inspectors ensuring inspection resources are met.

Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

 

Successful completion of a three-year diploma or degree in Civil or Construction Engineering combined with 3 to 5 years related experience

Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation.

Consideration may be given to those who have completed a two-year diploma in Civil or Construction Engineering combined with extensive related experience and a Certified Engineering Technician (CTech) designation.

Proven ability to interpret complex technical reports, drawings and designs, and working with technical personnel.

Experience in construction scheduling/planning for land development applications/activities.

Knowledge of municipal road operations and inspections.

Experience participating in public meetings, and meetings with public and agency stakeholders.

Project management experience for ‘greenfield’ and infill development projects.

Proficient computer skills relating to word processing, spreadsheets, AMANDA System and construction engineering software programs which analyze project cost-outs and scheduling.

Completion of Workshop Training in Ministry Road Design and Construction and Inspection an asset.

Familiar with standards and inspection techniques for road construction of infill and ‘greenfield’ developments.

Familiarity with the town’s Site Alteration By-law, MOEE Acoustical Guidelines, utility agency and OPSS design and construction standards.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Ability to adjust annual vacation periods to suit workload demands.

Good oral presentation, verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate will be required to supply their own personal vehicle for performing job duties/corporate business.

 

Applications for this position must be received at oakville.cain the employment section no later than midnight on April 14, 2023.

Benefits of working as a Development Construction Inspector in Oakville, ON:

● Company offers great benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Advantageous package