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Construction Inspectors  (NOC 2264)
North Shore Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Construction inspectors inspect the construction and maintenance of new and existing buildings, bridges, highways and industrial construction to ensure that specifications and building codes are observed and monitor work site safety. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, construction companies, architectural and civil engineering consulting firms or they may be self-employed.

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Construction inspectors perform 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.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Truro, Amherst, Antigonish, New Glasgow, Oxford, Parrsboro, Pictou, Springhill, Stellarton, Trenton, Westville

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Outlook & Prospects for Construction Inspectors in North Shore Region

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Construction Inspectors in North Shore Region as well as in the rest of the Nova Scotia.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
North Shore Region Fair 2011-06-09

Currently the chances of qualified Construction Inspectors finding employment are considered to be fair in the local area. This is a small occupation locally, however, openings may occur due to retirement or turnover, as there were a number of advertised positions in 2010, as there have been in the last few years. Opportunities for self-employment may also exist. Supply of qualified workers will also be low due to the experience and certification required to work in this field. Nova Scotia Building Officials Association offers Building Inspector Certification. Effective April 1,2008 Building Officials in Nova Scotia are required to be qualified in order to administer and enforce the Nova Scotia Building Code. Qualified or Certified Building Official in Nova Scotia receive diplomas from the Nova Scotia Building Code Training and Certification Board.

In addition to employment opportunities locally, opportunities may exist in other areas of the province or in other regions of the country. People who are able to work elsewhere may want to research opportunities for this occupation in other labour markets within Nova Scotia and across the country. The future employment outlook for Construction Inspectors in Nova Scotia is expected to be fair over the next 5 years.

Additional information on Construction Inspectors (opportunities in other areas, training, who hires, current job openings, statistics and other information), is available on other parts of this web site.

[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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