Construction Observer at Dillon Consulting Limited in London, Ontario, Canada | Kablio

Role

Description

construction coordination

document review

compliance check

testing coordination

site observation

progress tracking

Perform construction administration services and coordination including preparing, reviewing, and tracking schedule, day-to-day liaison with contractors and consultants, attending job meetings, preparation of progress payments, meeting minutes, record keeping and reporting.
Review construction documentation including submittal and shop drawing reviews.
Ensure construction compliance to the contractual drawings and specifications.
Coordinate, monitor and witness required testing activities to ensure that testing is being carried out at the prescribed frequency and that the results meet requirements/standards.
Provide on-site construction observation of municipal and development infrastructure projects, confirming that construction works meet the requirements of contract drawings and specifications.
Coordinate daily records of conditions, site activities, field measurements, and work progress.
Provide general construction observation during construction on all construction labor and subcontracted tasks to ensure professional workmanship meet the contractual requirements.

Requirements

municipal standards

survey rod

microsoft office

driver's license

construction observer

5-10 years

Expert knowledge of municipal servicing standards and environmental approvals requirements.
Exceptional communication (verbal and written) skills are essential.
Ability to operate survey rod and level is an asset
Able to keep organized notes related to daily site activities, contractor equipment used, quantities and document with photos
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Valid Canadian drivers' license
Ability to recognize potential technical issue with designs during construction and take appropriate actions in coordination with the Project Manager
Record and track as-built markups.
Comfortable with providing direction to the contractor onsite as needed through Project Manager, as required
5-10 years' related work experience
Ability to interpret contract drawings for municipal infrastructure projects
Experience as a construction observer on large municipal infrastructure projects or land development projects is considered an asset.
In depth knowledge of contract administration services and requirements.
Working knowledge of relevant municipal/provincial standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1985

Year Established

The firm was established in 1985, marking the beginning of its consulting services.

Specializes in engineering, environmental services, planning, and project management.
Has extensive experience working on large-scale infrastructure and development projects.
Serves both public and private sector clients across diverse industries and sectors.
Known for its expertise in water resources management, environmental remediation, and transportation planning.
Handles complex projects, often integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable design solutions.
Provides tailored solutions that address both local and global challenges in urban development, energy, and utilities.
A trusted partner in delivering projects on time, on budget, and with a commitment to high-quality outcomes.

Culture + Values

Achievement: Do the work to hit the target.
Continuous Development: Always learning. Always adapting. Always growing.
Courage: Do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard.
Creativity: Discover new opportunities.
Inclusiveness: Enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.
Reliability: Words that result in actions build trust.

Environment + Sustainability

$2.2 Million Donated

Environmental Contributions

Over $2.2 million donated since 2009 to environmental and charitable organizations.

Strive for a more sustainable operation by improving environmental footprint through limiting waste generation, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy use.
Encourage stakeholders to be conscious of their environmental impact.
Provide services aligned with Corporate Sustainability Policy to help clients achieve sustainability goals.
Set Net Zero targets based on Science Based Targets (SBTi).
Offer third‑party GHG validation and verification under ISO 14064‑3 and ISO 14065 via ANAB‑accredited VVB.
Help clients develop GHG inventories, decarbonization roadmaps, energy efficiency measures, industrial electrification, low‑carbon fuels, CCUS, and M&V processes.

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Careers at Dillon

About Dillon Consulting

Projects

Role

Description

construction coordination

document review

compliance check

testing coordination

site observation

progress tracking

Perform construction administration services and coordination including preparing, reviewing, and tracking schedule, day-to-day liaison with contractors and consultants, attending job meetings, preparation of progress payments, meeting minutes, record keeping and reporting.
Review construction documentation including submittal and shop drawing reviews.
Ensure construction compliance to the contractual drawings and specifications.
Coordinate, monitor and witness required testing activities to ensure that testing is being carried out at the prescribed frequency and that the results meet requirements/standards.
Provide on-site construction observation of municipal and development infrastructure projects, confirming that construction works meet the requirements of contract drawings and specifications.
Coordinate daily records of conditions, site activities, field measurements, and work progress.
Provide general construction observation during construction on all construction labor and subcontracted tasks to ensure professional workmanship meet the contractual requirements.

Requirements

municipal standards

survey rod

microsoft office

driver's license

construction observer

5-10 years

Expert knowledge of municipal servicing standards and environmental approvals requirements.
Exceptional communication (verbal and written) skills are essential.
Ability to operate survey rod and level is an asset
Able to keep organized notes related to daily site activities, contractor equipment used, quantities and document with photos
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Valid Canadian drivers' license
Ability to recognize potential technical issue with designs during construction and take appropriate actions in coordination with the Project Manager
Record and track as-built markups.
Comfortable with providing direction to the contractor onsite as needed through Project Manager, as required
5-10 years' related work experience
Ability to interpret contract drawings for municipal infrastructure projects
Experience as a construction observer on large municipal infrastructure projects or land development projects is considered an asset.
In depth knowledge of contract administration services and requirements.
Working knowledge of relevant municipal/provincial standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1985

Year Established

The firm was established in 1985, marking the beginning of its consulting services.

Specializes in engineering, environmental services, planning, and project management.
Has extensive experience working on large-scale infrastructure and development projects.
Serves both public and private sector clients across diverse industries and sectors.
Known for its expertise in water resources management, environmental remediation, and transportation planning.
Handles complex projects, often integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable design solutions.
Provides tailored solutions that address both local and global challenges in urban development, energy, and utilities.
A trusted partner in delivering projects on time, on budget, and with a commitment to high-quality outcomes.

Culture + Values

Achievement: Do the work to hit the target.
Continuous Development: Always learning. Always adapting. Always growing.
Courage: Do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard.
Creativity: Discover new opportunities.
Inclusiveness: Enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.
Reliability: Words that result in actions build trust.

Environment + Sustainability

$2.2 Million Donated

Environmental Contributions

Over $2.2 million donated since 2009 to environmental and charitable organizations.

Strive for a more sustainable operation by improving environmental footprint through limiting waste generation, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy use.
Encourage stakeholders to be conscious of their environmental impact.
Provide services aligned with Corporate Sustainability Policy to help clients achieve sustainability goals.
Set Net Zero targets based on Science Based Targets (SBTi).
Offer third‑party GHG validation and verification under ISO 14064‑3 and ISO 14065 via ANAB‑accredited VVB.
Help clients develop GHG inventories, decarbonization roadmaps, energy efficiency measures, industrial electrification, low‑carbon fuels, CCUS, and M&V processes.

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Careers at Dillon

About Dillon Consulting

Projects