Occupational Profiles

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
 

• Examine plans, drawings, and site layouts for new buildings, building renovations and other proposed structures
• Inspect construction of buildings, bridges, dams, highways and other types of building and engineering construction for conformance to drawings, specifications, building codes or other applicable ordinances
• Inspect and test electrical or plumbing installations in buildings to ensure compliance with municipal, provincial and federal regulations
• Inspect steel framework, concrete forms, reinforcing steel mesh and rods, concrete or pre-stressed concrete to ensure quality standards and to verify conformance to specifications and building codes
• Inspect construction of sewer systems and pipelines
• Inspect construction sites to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained
• Inspect existing buildings to identify and report on structural defects, fire hazards and other threats to safety
• Inspect new or resale homes on behalf of clients and assess and provide reports on the physical condition of property
• Assess the energy performance and potential energy savings of buildings
• Plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate workplace activities to ensure that workers comply with company policies and government safety regulations.

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• A college diploma in construction, civil engineering or architectural technology plus several years of related work experience or several years of experience as a qualified tradesperson in a construction trade, such as plumbing, carpentry or electrical trade are usually required.
• Provincial certification in a skilled trade or as an engineering technologist is usually required.
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is offered by the Canada Green Building Council and may be required by some employers.
• Certification as a Construction Safety Officer (CSO) by provincially chartered associations may be required in provinces having such associations.
• Home inspectors require a licence to practice in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia.
• Energy advisors must affiliate with a licenced service organization, complete required training and pass the EnerGuide foundation level exam and Energy advisor exam to become registered with Natural Resources Canada as an energy advisor.