Contract Site Representative, Water and Wastewater, Ottawa

Our Water/Wastewater group is looking for a Site Representative to join our team in Ottawa. This will be contractual role.

Duties:

Under the general supervision of the Contract Administrator, the Site inspection duties for the project include the following:

• Carry out daily inspections and prepare daily inspection reports, summarizing all daily progress, identifying deficiencies of work and corrective action taken.
• Keep records of all pertinent quality control records, including but not limited to soils, granular material, concrete, concrete aggregates and structures quality.
• Monitoring of quality and quantity of delivered materials and ensure supporting documentation is collected.
• Keep records of equipment installation and testing
• Monitor /audit records of the contractor's quality control plan.
• Review engineering drawings and contract documents.
• Monitor and report on Contractor's progress through photographic and record keeping. Providing weekly report with summary photos to the Contract Administrator for review
• Assist with monitoring and reviewing the quality of red-line drawings, as-built drawings and contract documentation provided by contractors for compliance with contract specifications.
• Attending project and construction meetings, assisting with preparing meeting notes, as required.
• Respond to site inquiries/request or information.
• Review and process contract extra work claims.
• Review monthly progress payments.
• Communicate with the RVA's Contract Administrator, Project Manager, RVA disciplines and 3rd party inspection/testing firms.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and the public as required.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of RVA's and Client's Health & Safety requirements and the applicable Provincial Legislations

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Community College Diploma with Canadian accreditation as a graduate of a 3-year college level civil engineering technologist program or a 2-year civil engineering technician program, or an undergraduate degree in Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists is an asset.
• 2-3 years of experience in water and wastewater facilities construction is a preferred asset.
• Knowledge of contract language, drawings and specifications
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Demonstrates superior English communication skills both oral and written;
• Must have a valid G license and a reliable vehicle.
• Must possess a strong ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and clients.
• Must be able to follow directions and follow up on unresolved items
• Understanding construction and foreseeable risks an asset .