Student, Construction Inspector, Rail & Transit - Summer 2026
Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Assist with construction inspection and contract admin for TTC projects in Toronto.
26 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Toronto, ON, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
Role
Description
inspection
contract admin
safety reporting
stakeholder liaison
daily reports
construction oversight
Inspecting the work materials and methods to ensure that the requirements of the Contract Documents are fulfilled in a safe manner with requisite quality;
Observing, acting and reporting on any contractual and non-contractual infractions of safety, security, operational interference or TTC customer inconvenience;
Liaise between the Contractor, TTC staff, utility companies, local municipalities and other external agencies; and
Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Prepare daily reports for active construction contracts and issues Contract Deficiency Reports including the follow-up on required corrective actions including inspection of same;
Occasional shift work that includes nights and weekends;
As part of the Construction Management Team, you will assist with the inspection and contract administration of a variety of construction projects at Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) including station upgrades, easier access projects; second exits, tunnel fire ventilation, surface track, subway car houses and yards, bus garages and maintenance facilities;
Requirements
co-op engineering
safety orientation
problem solving
technical writing
communication skills
construction management
Enrolled in a university or college Co-op Engineering program in the civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, or construction management discipline;
Strong safety orientation and commitment;
Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
Excellent business and technical writing skills
Good written and verbal communications skills;
Has the desire to learn and a good work ethic;
Interest in, or prior experience with construction management;
Benefits
Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
Culture + Values
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
Environment + Sustainability
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018