Quality Manager

Purpose of the Position

Safe. Trusted. Respected. Aecon Civil West is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets.

We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

With over a century of experience, and the ability to offer diverse, comprehensive services, Aecon is a preferred contractor for our clients.

This includes numerous public entities and Public-Private Partnerships in Canada and abroad.

The Quality Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of quality management plan and procedures.

The quality manager for construction must have at least five years of experience within the past 10 years as a quality manager on major highway and bridge construction projects.

This role will support our Major Projects West division.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, and revise the Project Specific Quality Management Plan (QMP).
• Take all necessary actions to ensure the effective operation and continual improvement of the QMP.
• Prepare quality audit program and schedule; coordinate and perform internal quality audits of key processes identified in the QMP.
• Schedule and coordinate external quality audits of key processes identified in the QMP.
• Ensure that all quality audits are conducted in a timely manner and follows the project audit schedule.
• Develop and Implement the Inspection and Test Plans and accompanying checklists.
• Ensure quality inspection reports and daily reports are performed by the Quality Field Staff
• Liaise with the Project Quality Manager and Owner.
• Act as the project representative on all matters relating to the QMP.
• Understand and be familiar with the ISO 9001 Standard.
• Ensure that relevant records are maintained and retained as identified in the QMP.
• Ensure that all material certifications and / or material test results are obtained, where applicable, and are acceptable prior to incorporation of the material into the Project Work.
• Develop and implement a program for correction, prevention, and corrective action when applicable, for Non-Compliances related to the QMP and project requirements.
• Carry out quality training for all Construction staff.
• Carry out all other responsibilities in accordance with project requirements and / or Good Industry Practice.
• Perform project closeout duties to address deficiencies and quality documentation for turnover to the Owner.
• Verification of procurement documents of procured items and services for construction and installation work.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in quality, with 5 years of experience in a management level role
• Experience working on large, complex civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with joint venture partnerships.
• Experience working with public, department of transportation clients.
• Experience overseeing a team of coordinators and inspectors.
• Experience and knowledge with Internationally Recognized Codes & Standards.
• Experience with managing a Quality Team, interfacing with Project Team and customer representatives.
• Experience interfacing with project owners.
• Experience in developing and / or managing audit systems.
• Experience with quality control for concrete, shotcrete, grout, earthworks, welding and coatings.
• Understanding of rules and regulations on a construction site, particularly with bridge construction.
• B.Sc. in civil engineering or a CET, or related field would be an asset.
• Must be certified as an internal or lead auditor to ISO 9001 : 2015.
• Knowledge using computer technology (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
• Flexible and well organized, detail oriented and multi-tasked.
• Strong communication skills, written and oral.
• Excellent ability to clearly explain advanced technical issues in manner that is easily understood.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work.

The expected pay range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000.