Project Quality Lead
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Our Transmission group is currently looking to add a Project Quality Lead to our growing team, based in the Edmonton, AB area.
Reporting functionally to the Quality Manager, Lines, and operationally to the Project Manager, this position will be responsible for managing Quality on Valard's Power Line Project with Dow Chemical in Fort Saskatchewan. This includes inspecting civil and power line installations and effectively implementing Valard's Quality Program and Quality Management System and compiling Progressive Turnover Packages.
Scope of the inspections includes, but may not be limited to: Earthworks, Grounding, Foundation Installation, Structural Steel Welding, Assembly and Erection, Stringing, Electrical Equipment Material and Installation, Cabling, Control Building Construction, Fencing and Commissioning.
Duties And Responsibilities
We also offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About Our Business
Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
Learn more
Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.
Reporting functionally to the Quality Manager, Lines, and operationally to the Project Manager, this position will be responsible for managing Quality on Valard's Power Line Project with Dow Chemical in Fort Saskatchewan. This includes inspecting civil and power line installations and effectively implementing Valard's Quality Program and Quality Management System and compiling Progressive Turnover Packages.
Scope of the inspections includes, but may not be limited to: Earthworks, Grounding, Foundation Installation, Structural Steel Welding, Assembly and Erection, Stringing, Electrical Equipment Material and Installation, Cabling, Control Building Construction, Fencing and Commissioning.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Execute quality assurance and quality control activities on the project site
- Follow Company Quality Manual, project specific Quality Plan and Inspection and Test Plans
- Support all team members on Quality-related matters and ensure Valard meets the requirements of the applicable Contract, Client Standards, Provincial and Federal Regulations, and Code(s) of Construction
- Liaise with cross-functional groups within Valard, as well as the designated client and sub contractor quality personnel on quality matters for the project
- Review of all full and partial assemblies/installations for completeness and conformance to IFC drawings and applicable specifications
- Flag all deficiencies and monitor remedial actions
- If able, repair minor deficiencies during inspections
- Ensure identifying and tracking any damaged or material issues
- Work with the materials coordinator (as applicable) to ensure nonconforming materials are repaired or replaced in accordance with IFC drawings
- Maintain and manage the Master Punch List
- Assemble the progressive turnover packages
- High School Diploma
- Strong background reading and interpreting technical documents such as engineering codes, standards, specifications and construction drawings
- Experience monitoring civil, structural and electrical installations
- Knowledge of construction Quality Management Systems and typical project processes (RFIs, Change Management, Field Instructions, NCRs, Walk-Downs, Commissioning, Turnover, As-Built drawings)
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
- P.Eng. or EIT (an excellent start for a recent university graduate)
- CCIL tech certificate (lab, field or both)
- Apprenticeship program or other certifications (such as CET), particularly Power Line or Electrical related
- Experience in power line or electrical projects; power systems experience (Distribution, Substation and/or Transmission)
- Concrete, piling and earthworks experience
- Experience using Bluebeam Revu and SharePoint
We also offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About Our Business
Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
Learn more
Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.
- Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level
- Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions
- Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process
- We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy
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Responsibilities
Lead project quality assurance and quality control for a power line project, including inspecting civil, structural, and electrical work and ensuring compliance with project plans, drawings, specifications, regulations, and codes. Track deficiencies and material issues, manage the Master Punch List, coordinate remedial actions, and compile progressive turnover packages.
Requirements
A high school diploma and experience monitoring civil, structural, and electrical installations are required, along with the ability to interpret engineering codes, standards, specifications, and construction drawings. Candidates should understand construction quality systems and project processes and be proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; engineering credentials, relevant certifications, power or electrical project experience, and experience with concrete, piling, earthworks, Bluebeam Revu, or SharePoint are preferred.
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Quality Management Systems
- Construction Inspection
- Technical Document Interpretation
- Civil Installation Monitoring
- Structural Installation Monitoring
- Electrical Installation Monitoring
- Nonconformance Management
- Punch List Management
- Progressive Turnover Packages
- Construction Drawings
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Acrobat
- Bluebeam Revu
- SharePoint
Benefits
- RRSP Matching
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Energy
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Quality Management System
- Quality Plan
- Inspection and Test Plans
- Power Line Construction
- Transmission
- Distribution
- Substation
- Civil Works
- Earthworks
- Grounding
- Foundation Installation
- Structural Steel Welding
- Electrical Equipment
- Cabling
- Commissioning
- IFC Drawings
- Nonconformance Reports
- Change Management
- Field Instructions
- Walk-Downs
- Turnover Packages
- As-Built Drawings
- Master Punch List
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Acrobat
- Bluebeam Revu
- SharePoint
- P.Eng.