Civil Inspector in Burnaby, British Columbia

At Jacobs, we’re committed to building a sustainable and innovative future by delivering quality infrastructure that meets the needs of the communities we serve. We are seeking a dedicated Civil Inspector to join our team in British Columbia, Canada. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong technical background in civil engineering and a passion for ensuring quality and safety in construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect water, sewer, solid waste, and other construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and quality standards.

• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings for layout and construction conformity.

• Prepare daily inspection reports, detailed diaries, and maintain accurate records of project progress and quality.

• Attend pre-construction and site meetings, collaborating with construction managers, engineers, and contractors.

• Maintain construction records for material usage, excavation quantities, concrete/reinforcement placements, bedding, and backfill materials to support progress estimates and “as-built” documentation.

• Oversee the inspection of materials, including aggregates, concrete, asphalt, pipe fabrication, linings, coatings, and field-applied corrosion protection on pipelines.

• Perform grade and alignment checks and basic soil investigations.

• Ensure staff and contractors adhere to safety regulations and understand project specifications and drawings.

• Supervise and direct one or more junior staff members.

• Oversee contractor work, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

• Perform other related duties as required.

• Intermediate Certificate in Civil Engineering Technology from BCIT or another recognized technical institute.

• At least two years of directly related and progressive experience.

• Valid BC driver’s licence.

• Sound knowledge of engineering terminology, standard practices, and quality control testing procedures for materials used in water, sewer, and solid waste projects.

• Strong understanding of safety procedures, including WorkSafe regulations, with the ability to apply them effectively.

• Proficiency in computers and applicable software.

Preferred Skills

• Attention to detail and strong record-keeping abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with teams and contractors effectively.

• Ability to work independently and supervise junior staff.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.