Project Quality

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

• 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

Requirements

• 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