Foreperson, Construction Inspections Job at Regional Municipality of Peel
Job Description:
Who we are: The Operations Support Division provides a wide array of programs and services to 2 separate groups; Public Works clients and the community. It is the most diverse division in Peel, serving many different Public Works clients. Ops Support even services the community through various environmental education programs, call centres, and water billing.
Reports to: Supervisor, Construction Inspection
What you will do in this role:
As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.
New employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/ , or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated , a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.
About Us:
The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca.
Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
Foreperson, Construction Inspections
Public Works - Operations Support
Contract Duration - 24 Months
Salary Range: $84,335-$105,417 per annum plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual
Work mode: Hybrid * see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 2 Copper Road, Brampton, ON
Hours of work: 35 Hours per week
Who we are: The Operations Support Division provides a wide array of programs and services to 2 separate groups; Public Works clients and the community. It is the most diverse division in Peel, serving many different Public Works clients. Ops Support even services the community through various environmental education programs, call centres, and water billing.
Reports to: Supervisor, Construction Inspection
Team Structure: Responsible to lead a team made up of Technical Analysts, Material Data Collection Assistants, Construction Technician Coordinators and Co-op Students.
What you will do in this role:
- Supervise, mentor and coach team members
- Assigns, monitors work performance and completes performance appraisals on an annual basis.
- Provide final acceptance of all sewer and watermain construction
- Review and approve staff time-sheets and staff mileage claims
- Assign projects to Inspectors based on geographic forethought as they relate to new and existing active projects
- Construction Inspector’s diary (verification of proper records, annual collection, storage and tracking)
- Attend pre-construction meetings and following up with the necessary protocols (Commencement Notices, etc…)
- Issue preliminary and final approvals for all Capital Works projects
- Issue construction approvals and final acceptance of development type projects
- Compile and track inspections data verification of construction reports and related extra work orders
- Tracking of constructed plans and related summary reports
- Conduct and complete quarterly site safety audits
- Work closely with other internal Public Works Teams including Site Plan Servicing and Development Engineering
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
What the role requires
Educational Background/ Must Haves/Bonafide Job Requirements:
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Successful completion of Civil Engineering, Road Construction degree/diploma or relevant field
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Five years of progressive related construction experience; An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
- Able to interpret engineering plans and an in-depth knowledge of road construction and municipal water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure issues and knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations and standards
Assets:
- C.Tech designation through the Ontario Association of Engineering Technicians and Road Construction Certificate with OACETT would be considered an asset.
Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching and mentoring skills to motivate and provide guidance to staff, contractors and consultants ensuring high standards of professional service.
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Effective interpersonal skills to liaise with external and internal clients and staff, co-ordinate work and resolve conflicts.
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Strong organizational skills to plan and schedule work ensuring proper allocation of resources (both staff and equipment) preparation of activity reports, budget overruns and project scope changes.Strong communication skills both verbal and written to deal with concerns and issues from councilors, residents and internal clients within the Region of Peel
- Able to interpret and evaluate information on the existing program and offer recommendations
- Strong decision making abilities and good use of judgment and industry experience to identify the best solutions
- Ontario “G” Driver's license in good standing
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
Work Mode:In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at 2 Copper Road, Brampton, ON
The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.
New employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/ , or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated , a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.
The Region of Peel serves more than 1.4 million residents and approximately 173,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. We deliver a wide range of resident focused services across the Region.
Our 20-year vision for Peel is “Community for Life.” Our goal is to create a place where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities needed to thrive in each stage of their lives. Our 2015-2035 Strategic Plan outlines the work we're focused on to bring this vision to life.
To learn more about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca.
Additional Information:
The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca.
Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
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