Civil Engineering Student (Field Inspection Team) - Novatech

We are seeking a civil engineering student to join our Novatech field inspection team starting January 2025 for an 8-month term or 1 year term. You will receive guidance from a seasoned inspector who will train you in conducting construction inspections and contract administration to municipalities, land developers, and other clients for civil engineering linear infrastructure and site works projects. If you appreciate seeing projects progress, liaising with a diverse group of contractors and consultants and enjoy attention to detail, this may be an ideal fit.

We believe in developing our students through mentorship to help them understand industry standards and best practices in construction.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in the inspection of various linear infrastructure and site work projects to ensure compliance with contract documents, quality and safety standards, including sewers, watermains, stormwater management facilities, roadways, grading, sidewalks, curbs and utilities.
• Learn to interpret requirements and details of contract drawings and specifications.
• Maintain a detailed daily diary of the contractor’s work, instructions provided, issues encountered, and change management used.
• Assist with logging as-built elevations and help to verify quantities, maintaining supporting documentation.
• Compile daily or weekly inspection reports for various construction sites.
• Assist with preparation of payment certificates.
• File project information electronically in appropriate folders on the shared drive.
• Assist with surveyor tasks as needed: pre-engineering surveys and construction layout, using a total station or GPS instrument.

Skills & Experience You’ll Need

• High level of commitment, reliability and professionalism.
• Knowledge of the following software: Microsoft Office applications; AutoCAD/Civil 3D is an asset
• Previous field experience with sewer, water main drainage, and road construction is an asset.
• Ability to work as part of an inspection team (outdoors), possibly in adverse conditions, for long hours during construction season, including overtime as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• A valid Province of Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Education and Accreditation Required

• Working towards a Civil Engineering Degree or Civil Engineering Technology Diploma

Compensation/Work Arrangements

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Footwear allowance.
• Safety equipment
• Cell phone compensation

Novatech is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external personnel. This approach has been adopted to foster an environment that respects people's dignity, ideas, and beliefs. We demonstrate our commitment to this by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. The company will comply with all applicable legislation in pursuit of these endeavours.