Site Representative

The opportunity

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Site Representative based out of our Markham office. You will join the dynamic Water Division who are active on multi-discipline design and construction projects for a variety of public and private sector clients. This position will provide you with opportunities for advancement and career growth. Working with a dynamic, talented team in a collaborative work environment, you will collaborate with Teams in our Ontario offices. You will be responsible for providing on-site representation and construction services for multi-discipline construction projects in the water and wastewater sector. Project locations will be in the Greater Toronto and Niagara area. This position is a full-time position.

What we offer:

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, subject to approval
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
  • Salary range of: $70K - $95K
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long term growth & success
  • Matching company pension program, increasing over time
• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Health/dental/vision coverage,
  • Fitness allowance,
  • Employee and family assistance programs
  • Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
  • Generous paid vacation,
  • Paid office closure over December holiday break
  • Industry leading paid sick time
  • Maternity/paternity leave top up program
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
  • Active Young Professional group
  • Formal mentoring programs
  • Paid professional development hours
  • Capacity building seminars
  • Engineer In Training programs
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
  • Company-wide social events
  • Regular lunch-and-learns
  • Community volunteer opportunities 

What you’ll do

• Overseeing the construction of various engineering projects.
• Engaging in daily contract administration duties as well as site inspection duties to monitor Contractor progress, workmanship, and conformance with the contract documents.
• Communicating regularly with the Associated Engineering, Client and Contractor project teams
• Supporting the Project Manager and Contract Administration in document control/procurement necessary for the progress of the work
• Serving as Associated Engineering’s Representative in communicating with the public and other stakeholders through the duration of the construction contract
• Engaging in a collaborative work environment with your team, as well as other disciplines and offices.
• Complying with and working within COR certified environment and performing all duties in accordance with those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act and applicable legislation.

Does this sound like you?

• Undergraduate degree in Civil, Process or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• ------OR----- Diploma in Construction, Construction Management, or equivalent field from an accredited college.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with PEO or OACETT, or eligible for registration, is an asset.
• Interest in pursuing a career in construction contract administration and on-site inspection.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in a construction role.
• Experience with contract administration and on-site inspection principles, practices, and techniques.
• Experience working for a consulting engineering firm and/or a construction firm is an asset.
• Experience in water / wastewater treatment facility construction is an asset.
• Experience with multi-discipline design coordination and construction is an asset.
• Experience with construction of structural components (Structural steel and concrete) in brown field projects
• Familiarity with applicable local building / construction codes.
• Knowledge of construction contract interpretation and construction acts.
• Experience with monitoring and coordinating activities on a construction project including liaising with the Client, Contractors, Approvals Officers, and Public as required.
• Experience with preparing various contract administration paperwork including agendas, minutes, daily logs, photographic records, request for information, testing reports, change orders, deficiency lists, construction certificates.
• Experience with project scheduling computer software in assessing construction progress compared to tendered schedule.
• Knowledge of construction products, materials, and equipment.
• Inspection and conformance of construction works with contract documents and engineering design.
• Experience with interpretation of specifications, plans, and regulations.
• Experience with preparing engineering sketches, technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimation.
• Experience with start-up and commissioning of mechanical systems, as well as post-construction warranty services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects.
• Valid construction safety certificates – working at heights, confined space, WHMIS, First-Aid, CPR level A, and/or automated external defibrillator (AED) training is an asset.
• Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, and the latest version of AutoCAD.
• Proven analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including use of email and videoconferencing technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and collaborative approach to work as a team member to provide solutions to construction issues.
• Proven organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Committed team player.
• Valid driver’s license.

About Us

At Associated Engineering, we’re passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our company culture is shaped by:

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

What’s next? Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today!

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This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.