Intermediate Construction Inspector

Job Description

Intermediate Construction Inspector to join our Transportation group in Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Transportation Manager, you will be responsible for inspection, reporting, and assisting with project coordination for transportation‑related projects within South Central Alberta. You will provide technical and administrative services on construction projects to clients, the WSP Area Manager, and/or the Project Manager. You will collaborate with the project team to ensure the contractor’s work meets the specified quality requirements and assist with overall delivery and management of successful projects. You will also liaise with other WSP professionals on multi‑disciplinary projects, as required.

This position requires travel and periods of time away from the primary office in Calgary. Preferred candidates reside in the Calgary region, but those living within Southern or Central Alberta will be considered. This is a permanent, full‑time position based in Calgary and requires the ability to travel.

Why Choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Flexible Work Policy – we encourage a balance in your life so you can be fully present in both work and home
• We are a Canadian success story, proud to wear the red and white and show the world what Canada offers
• Enhance the world around you – from the environment to highways, buildings, and terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada
• Outstanding career opportunities – we grow and push ourselves daily, open to new ideas and trying new things
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people doing important work

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee‑focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, and great savings programs. We have a clear vision for the future.

What you can expect to do here

• Provide construction inspection services on multi‑disciplined projects within the region
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to ensure proactive project planning, coordination and execution
• Travel throughout the Calgary region and south/central Alberta to ensure project deliverables are being met
• Attend project initialization meetings and weekly/bi‑weekly/monthly meetings; participate with periodic, interim, substantial and final inspections
• Assist the Project Manager with documentation for meetings, inspections, summary reports and the final details package
• Learn new skills and become proficient in professional services related to civil construction, including survey, materials testing and others as required
• Outside the construction season, work could include design, drafting, quantity calculations and other tasks as required by the project team

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (preferred)
• Registered or eligible for registration with ASET as a T.T. or C.E.T., or with APEGA as an E.I.T. or P.Eng.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multi‑disciplined teams to deliver successful projects in an exciting, fast‑paced environment
• Competence in Microsoft platforms including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Motivated and enthusiastic team player with a strong desire for project success
• Ability to work at construction sites in Calgary or other areas for periods of time, depending on project needs

About Us

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future‑proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members worldwide; in Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, extracting resources, and developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future‑focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Additional Information

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. 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.

Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.