Field Specialist

Comtech Group Inc. (Comtech) is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services.

Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets.

Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

Job Title Field Specialist Location Toronto, ON CA (Primary) Category Construction Management, Engineering, Project Controls, Project Management, Technical Advisory Job Type Full-time Job Responsibilities (Internal Title : Construction Management IIl) Inspect Contractor's work to assure it is in accordance with contract plans and specifications, and in accordance with RFIs, submittals and approved changes Assist with site investigations when differing and unforeseen conditions are encountered and with Project Team initiated changes Coordinate with the Project Delivery Team and Contractor to assure that required permits are obtained and in compliance Prepare daily inspection reports and daily inspector photos Monitor the progress of the work and document in the daily inspection report when, where, and why progress is falling behind the approved schedule Field verify and Document installed quantities and assist with final quantity reconciliation Inspect temporary silt fencing and other erosion and stormwater control measures to ensure they comply with the Contractor’s stormwater pollution protection plan Attend and assist with progress and coordination meetings Coordinate with testing labs, Project Team, and Contractor to ensure that required tests and inspections are performed Witness various field and / or factory tests and document results on furnished reports Assist with reviewing pay applications Assist with coordinating the Contractor’s work to minimize and eliminate impacts to the Project Team, public, and other stakeholders Assist with testing, startup, and commissioning of new systems Assist in project close-out process Assist Project Team and Engineer with evaluating Contractor claims Proactively review the contract drawings, specifications, site conditions, and contractor’s work progress to identify potential problems and assist the Project Team with developing solutions to minimize or eliminate project impacts Assist the Project Team with evaluating constructability issues Highly skilled communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills Proven management skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development Manage staff by monitoring and allocating project construction activities and ensure compliance with the contract requirements and design documents Ensure staff are reporting site quality, safety, and environmental issues Assign staff to identify any non-conformances with the contract and construction documents and ensure they prepare the appropriate documentation as a result Supervise, review, and analyze the completed site inspections for comprehensive and high-quality photo and quantity logs, and recorded site activities Monitor the storage and maintenance of completed construction records and logs Liaise with staff to review the daily contractor activities and make certain staff allocation is scheduled according to the workload Develop an analysis of construction progress gathered through meetings, reports, contractor submission reviews, and schedules Support the resolution of claims or dispute submissions initiated by the contractor (potential or actual) Confirm the completion of regular audits and site visits conducted by specialized SMEs Ensure weekly and monthly KPI reports are completed Monitor and promote effective staff communication with internal and external stakeholders to support project construction activities Track the administration of construction documents and correspondence Develop documentation for the various project phases Formulate and review constructability reports Working Conditions Office-based and on-site Qualifications Required Experience : Minimum of 8 years of experience in Construction Management in the area of specialty Education : Bachelor’s degree or diploma in an Engineering or Construction Management field Licenses OR Certifications : Holding a recognized certification in area of specialty Skills and Competencies : Knowledge of all CSI divisions, vertical and horizontal construction Proficiency with reading, understanding and correlating plans and specifications Prior experience with large, capital improvement, public works projects Meet all required or have all required provincial safety training In-depth understanding of prevailing Construction means and methods in area of specialty Proven capability to effectively lead a small team in Construction Management Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellence Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, and database entry Expert in other Construction-related software applicable to the area of specialty Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership A keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities Must have demonstrated experience effectively relaying and receiving critical and technical information (written and verbal) to varied audiences Expert ability to work collaboratively in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment Comtech Group Inc.

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