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Since our inception in 1983, we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada's most challenging and complex energy, mining and infrastructure projects, with an unrelenting focus on safety, while delivering to the highest degree of quality. Bantrel performs design and procurement services from our Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto offices and delivers construction management and self perform construction services at various Client sites across Canada.
Our global reach and local touch is demonstrated by our affiliation with our parent company, Bechtel Corporation, one of the largest EPC companies in the world, and with McCaig Investments, a Canadian owned private company with longstanding ties to the local business community.

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We are currently seeking a qualified Field Engineer / Specialist – RSSOM to join our infrastructure team, based out of Toronto, ON. The Field Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the construction of the Step-up Substation (SUSS) and/or Operations, Maintenance and Service Facility (OMSF). SUSS is a power facility that will be supplying permanent power to the future Ontario Line traction and stations with a fast-paced schedule of construction. The facility is an at grade construction of the steel structure building and transformer pads which is located alongside the existing Lakeshore West rail corridor. Therefore, there is a considerable interface with an active rail corridor which requires meticulous planning and execution. This facility has a direct interface with the Exhibition Place and Liberty Village hence it would require active engagement with many stakeholders which need care, consideration and communications.

OMSF is a critical piece of infrastructure in the Ontario Line located in Thorncliffe Park. This facility will house the Maintenance and Power Facility along with the Yard and Operations Control Centre. The construction duration is conservative and involves managing multiple interfaces with the City of Toronto and other Civil Parent Companies. This role will also require active interactions with major stakeholders like CP Rail, HONI, etc.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative transit project that includes 15 stations and over 15 km of new alignment, delivered through a P3 model with a 30-year operations and maintenance horizon.

Join us in this full-time permanent role and be a champion of diversity and inclusion.

The Field Specialist will report to the Lead Field Specialist and performs construction engineering assignments of a varied nature requiring a full working knowledge of construction engineering practices. Exercises professional judgment within the framework of broad guidelines provided by superiors. May have a responsibility to provide direction for less experienced construction engineers, or construction office technical or clerical personnel. The Field Specialist is responsible for monitoring the technical requirements of the work and verifying quantities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitors the activities of contractors to ensure compliance with project technical requirements.
• Ensure that safety and creation as well as maintenance of a safe workplace and environment is the primary consideration and priority in the delivery of all work.
• Reviews contractor's documentation including risk assessments, method statements and inspection and test plans. Attends necessary inspections of the works on behalf of Metrolinx.
• Monitor's the contractor's assurance activities including the resolution of non-conforming items.
• Assists construction superintendents and contractors in planning construction methods and procedures. Coordinates and resolves engineering or construction problems with superintendents and contractors.
• Interprets design engineering drawings
• Reviews design drawings, related vendor and contractor drawings and installation instructions and studies interface problems.
• Provides daily quantities tracking for commodities reporting.
• Reviews field change notices/requests, extra work orders and back charge notices.
• Implements project controls tools on the construction site.
• Assists in the preparation of cost estimates and reviews project design and engineering bills of materials to ensure their completeness.
• Prepares and maintains daily reports.
• Reviews updated contractor schedules, as assigned.
• Provides input to constructability and lessons learned.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in infrastructure or transit construction.
• Experience in construction supervision or field engineering roles on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with RSSOM systems including traction power, signaling, communications, and rolling stock integration is an asset.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and quality standards.
• Strong focus on safety.
• Proficiency in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Bluebeam; experience with AutoCAD and Navisworks is preferred.
• Awareness of environmental compliance and industry quality standards.
• On-project training provided post-mobilization to support Metrolinx role competency and Bantrel career development.

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy.

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver's Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration. No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.