Quality Manager; Transmission

Position: Quality Manager (Transmission)
Our Transmission group is currently looking to add a  Quality Manager  to our team, based on-site across Canada.
Reporting to the Quality Operations Manager, this position is responsible for ensuring that Operational Quality is consistently delivered across all Transmission projects and that all aspects of Valard’s QMS are implemented effectively from a field perspective. It will aid in the implementation, operation, and maintenance of a Quality Management System that allows Valard to continue to win and successfully execute projects.

Please Note:

This is a site-based position, working a schedule of 20 days on / 8 days off with 11 hour days. Projects would be in Ontario and Nova Scotia to start, with other projects across Canada as well. Flights / Accommodations and LOA are provided to qualifying candidates.
Duties and Responsibilities   Assist the Quality Operations Manager with the implementation, operation, and maintenance of an ISO 9001 compliant Quality Management System
Assist Project Managers and Construction Managers in optimizing the project Quality budgets by adjusting QA/QC resources as required to ensure the most efficient and effective use
Ensure Project Teams are working within Quality Management System Framework and that Quality Programs are established at Project Startup
Support and Mentor Project Quality Teams, including performing site visits as required
Develop and implement new value-added Quality Initiatives on a project-level
Oversee and assist as required in the identification, investigation, and resolution of all nonconformities, ensuring the most cost-effective solutions are implemented
Conduct or facilitate the evaluation process of Suppliers
Assist in collecting data to evaluate performance of the QMS and ensure Customer satisfaction
Develop project-specific audit plans and conduct or facilitate periodic audits
Develop and document key internal processes being used on projects to maintain consistency throughout projects
Communicate lessons learned among projects and QA/QC personnel
Assist with maintaining the Master ITP, creating new quality documents and updating Quality logs and tracking tools
Implement Valard’s Quality Training Program at the project level and ensure its effectiveness
Liaise with clients, suppliers or other external or internal parties on high-level Quality matters
Support other groups on technical matters, interpreting specs and regulations or other documents as needed
Perform high-level Quality Audits to ensure overall compliance with Valard’s QMS and ISO 9001
10 years’ experience in Construction Quality
Proven experience in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (3 years in QA and 4 years in QC)
Excellent ability to read, interpret and apply Codes, Standards, Specifications and Drawings
Advanced knowledge of Foundations, Transmission / Distribution Lines, including applicable standards which apply (CSA, ASTM, etc.)
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint & Outlook)
Senior field supervisory experience (must have supervised field teams of minimum 10 people in the past)
Extensive knowledge of Quality Management Systems, specifically ISO 9001
Able to maintain traceability of complex documentation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Skills / Qualifications   Professional certification (Journeyperson, C.E.T, E.I.T, P.Eng. etc.)
Experience using MS Share Point
This position offers an hourly rate of  ~$52.00/hr,  depending on experience and qualifications.
We 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…