Inspector II – Asphalt/Structures

Government of Nova Scotia

Inspector II overseeing contractor activities at highway construction and maintenance sites in Port Hawkesbury. Responsible for compliance and safety monitoring in construction zones.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timePort Hawkesbury • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction site inspection, compliance monitoring, and effective communication with contractors. Proficient in maintaining detailed records and ensuring adherence to safety plans and industry specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Structures Inspector II CompetencyAsphalt Inspector II CompetencyValid Class 5 Drivers’ LicenseCertified in Temporary Workplace SigningWHMIS Certification

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Hard Skills

Construction Site InspectionRecord KeepingMathematics AptitudeQuality Assurance TestingData EntryComprehension of Industry SpecificationsDocument ReviewPhotographic DocumentationLayout AssistanceTraffic Control Compliance

Soft Skills

Good Oral CommunicationObservational SkillsOrganizational SkillsProactive PlanningMulti-tasking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcel SpreadsheetsPowerPointComputerized Databases

Certifications & Qualifications

Emergency First Aid CertificationStandard First Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

Highway ConstructionMaintenance SitesContract ParametersSafety Plan AdherenceToolbox MeetingsDeficiency List ManagementBridge ConstructionRoad ConstructionSurveying

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Inspecting, recording, and monitoring contractor activities at highway construction and maintenance sites
Maintaining a comprehensive daily log of contractor’s activities
Documenting photographic record of construction site
Assisting with layout or stationing activities
Ensuring compliance and monitoring effectiveness of temporary workplace traffic control setups
Participating in toolbox/safety meetings
Ensuring contractor adheres to their submitted and approved safety plan
Examining and reviewing contract parameters, including drawings and specifications
Advising contractor when corrective action is required
Assisting supervisor with coordination of required quality assurance testing
Communicating stoppages of work due to conditions and issues
Maintaining a deficiency list throughout the project

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED or an acceptable equivalent of education, training, and experience
Competent in Structures and Asphalt Inspector II competencies
Valid Class 5 drivers’ license and acceptable driver abstract
Good oral communication, record keeping and observational skills
Aptitude for mathematics
Ability to comprehend industry specifications and project documents and drawings
Previous construction experience considered an asset (bridge or road construction and surveying)
Familiarity and competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint) and data entry with computerized databases
Certified in Temporary Workplace Signing, Emergency or Standard First Aid, and WHMIS
Ability to multi-task, organize and take a proactive approach to planning and execution

Benefits

Comp & perks

Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health
Dental
Life Insurance
General illness
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs