About the Role
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. 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide inspection and construction supervision on Class 1 railway 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.
- Complete daily inspections in accordance to client requirements and expectations.
- Monitor construction work is in accordance to contract documents and specifications.
- Monitor 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 onsite activities, concerns, and non-conformances, and provide recommendations for resolution to the Project Manager.
- Provide mentorship to junior staff.
- Liaise with client representatives, as required.
- Act as client site representative.
- Work nights, weekends, and extended shifts.
- Work may be seasonal in nature, as work permits.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 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 environment and independently in remote locations.
- Emergency First Aid & CPR Certification.
- Valid license with an acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Requires high school diploma or equivalent (Candidates with 8 years of relevant construction inspection experience may substitute experience for a high school diploma).
- A minimum of 3 years experience.
- Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
- Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
Skills
- Construction Supervision
- Documentation
- Photographic Records
- Site Surveys
- Quality Assurance
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Environmental Compliance
- MS Office Proficiency
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Casual
- Temporary
- As-needed
- Contract
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years
- Minimum 3 years
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
About the Company
- At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day.
- We believe construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step.
- We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
- HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity
- As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
- Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
