Construction Inspector, OSP (Contract) | Durham OneNet Inc.

Durham OneNet Inc is an independent Municipal Services Corporation, wholly owned by the Regional Municipality of Durham.   Durham OneNet's mandate is to design, build and operate a fibre-optic backbone network across Durham Region. This backbone will facilitate faster and more reliable broadband access to Durham Region residents, businesses, and institutions so that they may fully participate, compete, and thrive in the twenty-first century. 

We are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes. 

Durham OneNet has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect, and engagement where people enjoy coming to work.

We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Region of Durham and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community.

Let’s grow together.

Construction Inspector, OSP      (Contract – 6 months; extension potential)

Reporting to and under the direction of the Sr. OSP Program Manager, the Construction Inspector responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Effectively understand and communicate project timelines, milestones, identified concerns and risks.
• Review preliminary permits, MC Designs, Right-Of-Way (ROW) considerations and requirements, and complete Site Surveys and Pre-Construction Walkthroughs with appropriate authorities (Townships/Durham Region).
• Complete weekly Project Site Inspections: Quality inspections on work as it is being performed, or work that has been recently completed, per Durham OneNet’s standard procedures and protocols, via established checklists and/or other quality related documents and digital tools.
• Provide Traffic Control Cabinet access for contractors as needed.
• Define and action a strategic response plan for customer/resident complaints and issues relating to contractor/project quality. Follow up and log communication.
• Control warehouse inventory flow; work alongside Procurement to schedule and prepare locations for material deliveries/transfers, and contractor releases/returns. Utilize appropriate software for tracking and receipts in real time.
• Monitor and maintain warehouse locations.

About you: 

• At least 5 years of experience in Civil Construction; existing and new placement of underground infrastructure for telecommunications.
• A working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong background in placement of fibre-optic cable via aerial and underground construction.
• Ability to read and understand maps, Municipal Consent drawings, and splice diagrams for fibre construction.
• Moderate familiarity and ability to use computer and electronic equipment as part of a digital construction management project.
• Fibre, Fibre Network, and Outside Plant knowledge.
• History of adhering to strict safety procedures and practices.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team-oriented environment.
• High degree of focus and attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs (27kg). and perform repetitive physical motions of bending, standing, climbing, and walking in construction zones.
• A valid drivers license and your own vehicle.

Additional Compensation: Durham OneNet offers project/warehouse mileage coverage.

Conditions of Employment: Prior to the start date, the successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check dated within two (2) months from date of hire. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected.

We thank all applicants, however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.