Senior Construction / Service Contract Inspector (10407)

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 10407

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Plant Maintenance - Plant Maintenance-Department Head & Staff

Salary Information: $92,528.80 - $115,697.40

Pay Scale Group: 9SA

Employment Type: Regular (On-Site)

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Sat/Sun Shift: Various

Posted On: December 12, 2024

Last Day to Apply: December 18, 2024

Reports to: Project Manager

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

You will be responsible for the inspection of work activities carried out via construction projects and service contracts for the Plant Maintenance Department. This includes ensuring that work is performed in accordance with authorized contract documents and with applicable codes and safety regulations.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the inspection of work activities carried out via construction projects and service contracts that are administered by Plant Maintenance Department
• Develop the scope of work, ensure the work is performed in accordance with contract documents and specifications as well as all applicable codes and safety regulations
• Generating, reviewing, and submitting Purchase Authorization (PAs) and Purchase Order Amendment Authority (POAAs)
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining service contracts
• Conducting kick-off meetings with external contractors and preparing minutes of the meetings
• Reviewing contract submittals for completeness and ensuring work is completed in accordance with the reviewed submissions
• Reporting on contract deficient work and following up on corrective actions including inspection of same
• Review Safety Inspection Reports and ensure that outside contractors and internal trades take corrective action for all unsafe situations identified
• Responsible for quality assurance of the final product by inspecting contractor's work to ensure the requirements of the Contract Documents are fulfilled
• Reviewing requests for payment and confirming accuracy of amounts claimed against work completed
• Analyzing contract expenditures against contract pricing
• Candidate will be required to participate in the TTC’s Customer Service Ambassador Program.
• Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Apply analytical skills
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Manage projects
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Apply the principles and practices of quality assurance

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Sound knowledge of construction/contract development, inspection and management practices, principles, methods and techniques
• Sound knowledge of construction products/materials to ensure quality and correct usage in construction projects related to facilities
• Must have knowledge of procurement and contract administration processes
• A valid Province of Ontario Class ‘G’ Driver’s license and ability to use a personal vehicle to travel to construction work sites
• Demonstrated understanding in the development of contract specifications and drawings and in inspecting various work sites in order to ensure work that is undertaken by external contractors is completed in accordance with contract documentation
• Sound judgment and good organizational, observational, investigational, administrative and problem solving skills combined with effective interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Requires demonstrated project management abilities and the ability to achieve results
• Demonstrated understanding of construction/maintenance practices
• Must have working knowledge of computers and software applications related to the work
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be well organized and capable of prioritizing
• Sound knowledge of the applicable sections of the TTC’s collective agreements
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects. Good working knowledge of all applicable Federal, Provincial and Municipal environmental legislation and regulations including Occupational Health & Safety Act, Environmental Protection Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Regulation 347 and other legislation such as the Employment Standards Act related to the work
• Must have or obtain in-house TTC certifications including, but not necessarily limited to, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Emergency Spills Response, Working at Heights, Subway/SRT Rule Book etc., in order to set up safe work zones. May be required to successfully complete various job related courses as defined by the Plant Maintenance Department.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.