- monitor contractors' delivery of construction and maintenance operations while ensuring necessary work records are maintained
- ensure compliance with contract requirements, review of extra work, contract drawings and documents and claims
- liaise with contractors, property owners, internal staff, and the general public to address issues and complaints
- provide technical advice and training to staff
- These positions require the successful candidates to have a valid class G driver's licence or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
- proven experience and knowledge of constructions and/or maintenance practices including inspection, material sampling, testing, and road patrolling duties
- knowledge of highway, construction standards and specifications and maintenance
- ability to interpret contract drawings and documents
- ability to interpret and apply knowledge of related policies, acts, regulations and procedures for safety, and environmental protection
- Well-developed oral and interpersonal skills to deal with contractors, colleagues and the general public.
- Good mathematical skills to conduct payment calculations and assessments, and conduct field surveys.
- Proven analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to assist with the assessment of construction-related issues
- Good written skills to maintain accurate records such as inspector diaries.
- Well-developed organizational and planning skills to carry out contract related activities.
- Good working knowledge of computers to perform clerical and administrative work such as correspondence, instruction notices, payment calculations, payment reports, contract payment assessment, and applicable reports and forms.
Contract Services Inspector - Sudbury, Canada - Ontario Ministry of Transportation
Description
Has your career led to the development of expertise in highway maintenance and construction? Why not take the next step and become part of our skilled and dynamic team with the Ministry of Transportation.
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