Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

SGS is looking for Quality Assurance Inspector - Civil - Contract candidates to submit for an RFP. If successful, the contract would start around Q3 2026 and the contract could last up to 2 years. Hours of work and schedule to be determined. By submitting your CV to SGS, you consent to SGS sharing it with its client.

This role is responsible for auditing civil construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and approved project requirements.

The successful candidate will perform site inspections, verify workmanship and materials, enforce safe work practices, and maintain accurate daily reports, including progress tracking, inspections, and documentation.

This position requires hands-on field experience in inspection and/or supervision services for major building construction projects and strong knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and applicable standards and guidelines along with the ability to independently assess and enforce compliance on active construction sites.

• Review issued construction drawings and project documentation prior to construction start to understand scope, risks, and key requirements

• Participate in Kick off meeting progress construction meetings, commissioning and turnover meetings and warranty meetings

• Conduct site visits and perform regular inspections to monitor construction activities and ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable regulations

• Assess site conditions, identify hazards, and confirm that contractors are following approved safety procedures and regulatory requirements

• Monitor and report on adherence to all safety standards specified in the project documents, including requirements for safety meetings, site orientation, and safety inspections.

• Monitor and report on adherence to all environmental standards specified in the project documents, including sediment and erosion control, hazardous material containment and disposal, fire protection, pollution control, infection control, etc.

• Monitor and report on the installation of all materials and workmanship and their adherence to the contract documents

• Maintain detailed daily inspection records, including site activities, measurements, marked-up drawings, and photographic evidence

• Maintain project information and execution reports, drawings, and ensure that project documents are current and valid.

• Track construction progress and document any deviations from design due to field conditions, scope changes, or unforeseen issues

• Verify installation quality and confirm materials comply with approved bill of materials and project standards

• Inspect all roof work with particular attention to flashing, connections to existing work, waterproofing at roof drains and fall arrest anchors, etc.

• Inspect building services including plumbing, ducting, wiring, lighting, etc.

• Monitor fire stopping, fire protection, caulking, etc.

• Verify inspections are carried out on all work prior to being concealed, e.g. underground, in-wall, or above-ceiling plumbing, electrical, fire stops, etc.

• Witness all on-site tests such as concrete, soils, asphalt, pressure testing of piping, etc

• Review and validate contractor submissions, including progress quantities, monthly billing, and change orders

• Monitor, verify, and sign backup documentation for all time and material work. Maintain records as appropriate

• Identify, document, and report safety and quality non-compliance issues (NCRs) and follow up on corrective actions

• Support incident reporting and participate in investigations when required

• Provide timely project status updates to internal teams and clients

• Perform final inspections and walkdowns, prepare deficiency lists, and confirm readiness for service

• Review and validate As-Built drawings and project documentation in accordance with applicable standards and requirements

• Support project close-out activities, including final reporting, documentation review, and lessons learned

• Participate in post-construction and share lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Must holds a valid Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation or a Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Must have over 3 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience on educational, healthcare facilities, and/or other public building projects
• Familiar with the policies, procedures, and standards of the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works.
• Familiar with the “DC350 Design Requirements Manual” of the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works.
• Must be able to work in the construction site and flexible hours of work.
• Advanced skill in site inspection to verify compliance with drawings & technical specifications; perform visual inspections according to the criteria
• Excellent in maintaining records of work quality and overseeing project non-conformance reporting process
• Experienced in monitoring construction, work schedule, keep daily inspection logs, photographs & receipt inspections, communicate project status, ensuring execution proficiency, accuracy, and professionalism
• Knowledge in project scope, change control, defect and warranty claims, escalating issues & resolve disputes
• Excellent in developing project documents, procedures to support QA and QC, complete the necessary quality forms related to monitoring or inspection work; obtain information required for carrying out the work
• Ability to read and interpret drawings& specifications based on engineered design.
• Knowledge of the following civil standards; Canadian Civil Code, CSA, ASCE, ETC.
• Skilled in identifying non-conformances, workmanship issues, and safety risks.
• Experience in Inspection & Test witness of construction material.
• Fall Protection Training
• WHIMS
• Emergency First Aid
• Excavation/Trenching Training
• Erosion and Sedimentation Control (ESC)

General skills:

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to write detailed and comprehensive technical reports in Word and/or Excel format.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel between project sites or client locations within the city or surrounding region may be required periodically.Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
• Ability to plan and prioritize
• Must have a valid G-Class driver’s license

Additional information:

• The successful candidate should be an independent contractor.
• The contract could last up to 2 years.
• Hours of work and schedule is unknown at this time.
• ****By submitting your CV to SGS, you consent to SGS sharing it with its client.****

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.