Dillon Consulting Limited
Provides consulting services in engineering, environmental, planning, and project management.
Construction Observer
On-site observer ensuring municipal infrastructure work complies with contracts and specifications.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Observe on‑site municipal and development infrastructure construction to verify compliance with contract drawings and specifications. • Coordinate and witness required testing activities, ensuring prescribed frequency and standards are met. • Record daily site conditions, activities, field measurements, and work progress. • Provide construction administration services: prepare schedules, liaise with contractors/consultants, attend job meetings, prepare progress payments, minutes, and reports. • Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance. • Ensure workmanship meets contractual requirements and track as‑built markups. • Mentor junior staff by offering technical direction, training recommendations, coaching, and mentoring. • Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees. • Interpret contract drawings for municipal infrastructure projects. • Operate survey rod and level (asset). • Identify potential technical issues during construction and coordinate corrective actions with the Project Manager. • Provide on‑site contractor direction as needed through the Project Manager. • Maintain organized notes of daily site activities, equipment usage, quantities, and documentation with photos. • Participate in an employee share purchase plan (company is 100% employee‑owned). • Engage in learning and development opportunities such as coaching, mentoring, and internal training. • Utilize the Employee and Family Assistance Program for well‑being support.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸site inspection
- ▸testing coordination
- ▸submittal review
- ▸as-built tracking
- ▸survey operations
- ▸issue resolution
What You Bring
The role seeks a leader with hands‑on skills who enjoys building relationships on active construction sites, offering practical advice and innovative solutions. Excellent communication and a strong understanding of the construction business are essential for thriving in Dillon’s fast‑paced, dynamic environment. • Hold a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (asset) and 5‑10 years of related experience. • Proficient in Microsoft Office products. • Hold a valid Canadian driver’s licence. • Experience as a construction observer on large municipal or land development projects and knowledge of municipal/provincial standards, contract administration, and environmental approvals. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸driver's licence
- ▸construction observer
- ▸communication
- ▸leadership
Benefits
Dillon’s Civil Infrastructure Technical Group is hiring an Intermediate/Senior Construction Observer to join its multidisciplinary team. The position involves field work on new municipal and development projects, based out of the Windsor office, with flexible work hours to support work‑life balance. Compensation ranges from $54,500 to $90,900, complemented by a competitive benefits package that includes health coverage, a retirement savings plan, an employee share purchase program, student loan repayment assistance, flexible and hybrid work options, and wellness incentives such as fitness memberships and subsidies. • Pursue self‑development and ongoing professional learning. • Receive a competitive compensation package with comprehensive health benefits. • Access a generous retirement savings plan and student loan repayment matching contributions. • Benefit from flexible hours and hybrid working options. • Work in an innovative environment supported by AI‑assisted recruitment tools. • Enjoy Goodlife Fitness corporate membership and a wellness subsidy for health‑related activities.
Work Environment
Onsite