Job Description

Our Substations Group is currently looking to add a Quality Inspector / Technician to our Quality team, based in Vaughan, ON.


Reporting to the Quality Manager (Substations), this role is responsible for performing quality inspections on electrical and civil installations to ensure compliance with Valard's Quality Program, Quality Management System, and applicable codes and standards.

Please Note: Preference is for a candidate local to the GTA but we will also consider candidates willing to travel to the GTA for extended periods of time.

Duties and Responsibilities

Execute quality assurance and quality control activities on the project site Follow, and ensure compliance with, Valard's Quality Manual, project specific Quality Plan, and Inspection and Test Plans 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 Ensure damaged or material issues are identified and tracked 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
Scope of inspections include, but is not limited to: Grounding systems; Foundation installation; Structural steel welding and erection; Electrical equipment, materials, and installations; Cabling and wiring; Control building construction; Site drainage and underground installations

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) Proven experience in quality assurance and quality control activities (including ITP's 3 years experience with civil, structural, and electrical construction activities Knowledge of construction project processes such as RFIs, Change Management, Field Instructions, NCRs, Walk-Down, Commissioning, Turnover, "As-Built" drawing Background in reading and interpreting technical documents such as codes, standards, specifications, construction drawing Proficiency in MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) as well as Adobe Acrobat

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

Red Seal Electrician certification Experience with BlueBeam Revu Power systems experience (Distribution, Substation, and/or Transmission) Concrete, piling and earthworks experience

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits 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

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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.