Temporary Construction Inspector

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

WSP has upcoming municipal roadway and utility upgrade projects across several communities in Nova Scotia. This work directly supports safer, more sustainable local infrastructure—improving how residents move, connect, and access essential services.

In this role, you will join our team as a Construction Inspector, a trusted on‑site representative helping ensure quality, compliance, and safe delivery across multiple municipal construction projects.

This is a temporary position for approximately 4 months in Cape Breton, NS

You’ll be conducting site inspection for municipal construction projects, including storm and sanitary sewers, water distribution, and roadways—identifying and advising of non‑compliance.

You’ll be reviewing and interpreting contract documents and contract drawings.

You’ll coordinate and monitor the material testing/quality control program completed by others.

You’ll keep field diaries, records of work completed, and materials and equipment on site each day.

You’ll monitor environmental compliance.

You’ll work closely with the Contract Administrator to provide observations, records and data as required for contract administration.

You’ll liaise with the design engineer and clients for approval of on‑site changes.

You’ll liaise with the public and other stakeholders.

You’ll ensure compliance with WSP’s project‑specific Health and Safety Plan.

3+ years of experience as a Construction Inspector on municipal infrastructure projects.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build constructive on‑site relationships.
• Preferably, solid knowledge of the Department of Transportation & Infrastructure Municipal Water, Sewer and Roads Master Construction Specifications.

• We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.

Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.

Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $54,200 – $72,000

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. If you're ready to bring your expertise to projects that matter, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join a team creating meaningful, lasting change across communities.

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity.