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Junior Quality Assurance Inspector

GHD Markham, Ontario, Canada

hybridfull-time

Salary: C$30 / hour

Posted Jan 30, 2026Apply by Mar 1, 2026

Role & seniority: Graduate Quality Assurance Inspector (entry to early-career) within Construction Phase Services, Waterloo, ON

Stack/tools: Civil engineering methods; standard testing, data collection/entry, basic reporting; equipment installation and plant/machinery maintenance under supervision; adherence to standards and protocols

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Perform inspections and basic tests on Highway/Road/Bridge construction projects

  • Collect, verify, and report data; support project tasks and documentation

  • Assist with equipment installation, maintenance, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards

Must-have skills

  • Civil Engineering Technician/Technologist diploma or Civil Engineering degree

  • 0–2 years related experience; valid Ontario Class G driver’s license

  • Ability to work in a team, follow procedures, and organize daily tasks

Nice-to-haves

  • Prior construction field work experience

  • Familiarity with project or quality assurance processes in construction

  • Location & work type: Waterloo, ON; hybrid model (in-office three days/week) with collaboration and flexibility

Notes: Salary around $30/hour; employer emphasizes equal opportunity and potential AI-assisted steps in recruitment; vacancy is for an existing role in GHD’s Construction Phase Services group.

Full Description

Job Description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Who are we looking for?

Our Construction Phase Services group assigned to Waterloo, ON construction projects is looking for a Graduate Quality Assurance Inspector to complete inspections as part of a team on Highway, Road and Bridge construction projects. Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in

Personal Capability Building: Develop and maintain excellent procedural or technical skills by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.

Testing: Perform a variety of standard tests requiring a moderate level of judgment.

Data Collection and Analysis: Perform basic data entry tasks, including data verification.

Solutions Analysis: Assess compliance with established standards and protocols for parts of routine inquiries.

Project Management: Carry out defined project tasks.

Equipment Installation: Carry out simple installation tasks, following detailed instructions and working under close supervision to complete the allocated tasks.

Insights and Reporting: Perform basic data reporting tasks to support others by using established procedures.

Work Scheduling and Allocation: Organize own work schedule each day in line with changing priorities.

Plant and Machinery Maintenance and Repair: Maintain and repair plant and machinery under close supervision to ensure that operational requirements are met, including conformance with regulatory and organizational health, safety, and environmental standards.

Product and Solution Development: Support others by carrying out simple product development or engineering tasks, such as gathering data or preparing documents. Involves following established procedures.

What You Will Bring To The Team

Education

Completion of Civil Engineering Technician or Technologist diploma, or completion of Civil Engineering degree.

Experience

General Experience: 0-2 years of experience in related field. Past experience in construction field work is considered an asset; Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence; Team player, cooperative with other staff with open sharing of information and knowledge.

The salary range for this position is $30/hour . The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

Procedural SkillsTechnical SkillsTestingData EntryData VerificationSolutions AnalysisProject ManagementEquipment InstallationData ReportingWork SchedulingPlant MaintenanceMachinery RepairHealth SafetyEnvironmental StandardsProduct DevelopmentEngineering Tasksmulti-location

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