Field Specialist in Toronto

Comtech Group Inc. (Comtech), part of Accenture, is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services. Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets. Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

THE WORK:

You’ve Never Been Satisfied with “Good Enough.” You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you’ll do exactly that. You’ll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before.

You’ll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we’re transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future.

Because “good enough” builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm.

Responsibilities include:

• Monitoring the technical requirements of the work and verifying quantities.
• Performing construction engineering assignments requiring a full working knowledge of construction engineering practices.
• Monitoring the activities of contractors to ensure compliance with project technical requirements.
• Ensuring safety and maintenance of a safe workplace and environment is the primary consideration in the delivery of all work.
• Reviewing contractor’s documentation including risk assessments, method statements, and inspection and test plans.
• Attending necessary inspections of the works on behalf of the client.
• Monitoring the contractor’s assurance activities including the resolution of non-conforming items.
• Assisting construction superintendents and contractors in planning construction methods and procedures.
• Coordinating and resolving engineering or construction problems with superintendents and contractors.
• Interpreting design engineering drawings and preparing construction working drawings as required.
• Reviewing design drawings, related vendor and contractor drawings, and installation instructions.
• Verifying contractor’s commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database programs.
• Reviewing field change notices/requests, extra work orders, and back charge notices.
• Implementing project controls tools on the construction site.
• Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates and reviewing project design and engineering bills of materials.
• Preparing and maintaining daily reports.
• Assisting in the verification of contractor’s applications for payment.
• Reviewing updated contractor schedules, as assigned.
• Providing input to constructability and lessons learned.
• May be required to provide input on employee reviews of assigned subordinate personnel.

Working Conditions: Office-based and on-site. There is some in-person time for collaboration, learning, and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Construction Management in the area of specialty or a relevant role.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Work experience as a field engineer, design engineer, or assistant superintendent.
• Experience working in the rail industry and/or large-scale infrastructure.
• Knowledge of a single technical engineering discipline, contracts administration, and/or cost and scheduling relating to the construction of airport projects.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database.
• Awareness of environmental compliance laws and requirements.
• Knowledge of Bechtel’s “Zero Accident” safety program.
• Familiarity with current industry quality standards.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Effective skills in Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in relevant construction-related software.
• In-depth understanding of prevailing construction means and methods in relevant area.
• Ability to arrange priorities and escape competing risks to meet deadlines.
• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal).
• Equipped to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

Accenture I&CP offers our employees a competitive compensation package with comprehensive employee benefits, and an inclusive environment that fosters teamwork & entrepreneurial spirit. Accenture I&CP is an equal opportunity employer.