Construction Field Engineer

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

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Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a qualified Construction Field Engineer to support the Construction Phase Services (CPS) Lead in delivering engineering services during construction for rail, transit, and major infrastructure projects. Rail and transit experience is mandatory for this role.

The Construction Field Engineer will provide field-based construction observation and technical support to help expedite field inquiries, resolve site requests, and ensure Construction Management Quality systems are followed and that works is completed in accordance with Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings, project specifications, applicable codes and standards, and the overall design intent.

Working closely with the CPS Lead, Engineer of Record (EOR), contractors, and other project stakeholders, the Construction Field Engineer will monitor major construction activities, including track, civil, structural, and landscaping works, as well as installation activities related to mechanical, electrical, and building systems.

The role is responsible for verifying compliance with design requirements and quality standards, supporting coordination between design and construction teams, and helping identify and resolve technical or interface issues between MEP systems and other infrastructure components.

This role is well suited to a technically strong professional with significant field experience on complex infrastructure projects involving transit stations, underground utilities, Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facilities (OMSF), and other rail-related infrastructure.

Role accountabilities:

The Construction Field Engineer will:

• Perform regular site surveillance and construction observations to verify that contractor activities are carried out in accordance with IFC drawings, project specifications, approved shop drawings, and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor major civil, structural, mechanical, utility, electrical, architectural, and landscaping activities, including the installation of track infrastructure, communications systems, transit signals, and associated piping infrastructure.
• Observe the installation of overhead catenary systems, including power distribution, lighting, cable containment, grounding, traction power systems, and related equipment installations.
• Assist in identifying potential clashes or installation issues and facilitate coordination between the design and construction teams.
• Document field observations in accordance with Construction Phase Services procedures, maintaining accurate inspection records, including hold points and witness points identified in Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Prepare detailed site surveillance reports, including written observations and photographic records of construction progress.
• Maintain inspection and surveillance tracking tools to support the CPS team in monitoring construction progress, inspection status, documentation requirements, and outstanding technical actions.
• Identify potential non-conformances or design-related issues and communicate them to the CPS Lead, Engineer of Record, and broader project team.
• Coordinate with contractor representatives and Professionals of Record (PORs) to facilitate site inspections and support the resolution of construction-related submittals, including Requests for Information (RFIs), Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and Field Change Requests.
• Support the design team, as needed, in reviewing shop drawings, material submittals, and Inspection and Test Plans as they relate to field implementation.
• Participate in site coordination meetings, construction progress meetings, and technical discussions related to building systems and infrastructure interfaces.
• Promote Arcadis’ commitment to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship throughout all site activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in construction inspection, construction observation, or field engineering on major infrastructure projects.
• Mandatory experience on rail or transit projects, including transit stations, underground facilities, or maintenance facilities.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including CSA standards, Ontario Building Code (OBC), Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), CROR, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards where applicable, OHSA, and relevant municipal and provincial requirements.
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes and work procedures for major infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating across civil, structural, architectural, and rail systems interfaces is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear technical documentation and site reports.
• Demonstrated client-facing skills and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency with digital and project delivery tools, including BIM, Bluebeam, MS Office, project scheduling software, and other industry-standard engineering and construction tools.
• Registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) is considered an asset but is not mandatory.
• A valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License is required.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $93 000 - $120 000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.