Construction Observer

Are you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities?  Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you! As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.

Your opportunity  

Dillon’s Land Development Business Unit is looking for an Interim Construction Observer to join our multidisciplinary team of professionals for projects in Lindsay, Peterborough and surrounding areas in Ontario.

You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. 

• Coordinate and run meetings with Municipal Representatives, Clients, Other Consultants, and Contractors
• Review and process contractor invoices, change orders, monthly progress certificates, and holdback releases
• Collect and manage the various testing and inspection requirements for substantial performance, commencement of maintenance periods, and final acceptance by municipalities and approval agencies
• Provide constructability reviews of drawings prior to tendering and construction
• Preparing both detailed and high-level construction estimates
• Assist with the Tendering of Subdivision and Site Plan projects and finalizing various contract documents prior to construction, incl. bid analysis, contract award recommendations, preparing final contracts for execution etc.
• Resolving construction related issues with contractor and municipal agencies.
• Provide regular project updates to senior Contract Administration staff and Project Managers

• Civil Engineering Degree, College or University
• Ability to lead and manage the work of others
• Strong Team Player but able to work independently
• Strong analytical and report Writing Skills 
• Strong communication Skills, both Written and Verbal
• Strong knowledge of various software tools and platforms related to Contract Administration
• Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle

• Minimum 5 years combined experience in inspection and contracts administration
• Full working knowledge of the municipal construction process and methods

Why choose Dillon

Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop. 

We live our core values:

• Reliability: words result in actions that build trust;
• Achievement: do the work to hit the target;
• Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;
• Creativity: discover new possibilities;
• Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;
• Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.

Dillon is a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an outstanding employee experience and cultivating an exceptional workplace culture. At Dillon, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. This designation reflects our ongoing efforts to ensure that our workplace is not just a place of work, but a community where everyone can thrive.

About Dillon

Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 20 offices and more than 1000 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.

Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences.

Inclusion is more than a word to us, it is the way we choose to run our business. We encourage you to contact us if you require accommodation during the interview process. We would love to hear from you!

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