Electrical QA/QC Inspector

Black & McDonald Limited; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Career development programs

Job summary

Black & McDonald Limited is seeking a QA/QC Inspector for our Vancouver, BC operations. You will oversee field and office quality practices, ensuring compliance with client and company standards across BC Utilities projects.

You will mentor teams, monitor deviations, and drive continuous improvement, partnering with Operations, Purchasing, and regulators to deliver defect-free project outcomes while maintaining safety and quality documentation.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of QA/QC experience implementing quality programs.
• 5-7 years in a QA/QC Inspector role.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management practices.
• Experience with site safety procedures and electrical safety standards.
• Ability to prepare final turnover documentation and closeout packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field and office QA/QC activities per standards.
• Develop and manage quality assurance within the region.
• Educate leadership on quality improvements.
• Monitor deviations and ensure corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Operations and Purchasing on quality requirements.
• Interface with regulators and client audits as needed.
• Promote continuous improvement and zero defects.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Communication

Self-driven

Process improvements

Teamwork

Respect for others

ISO 9001

QA/QC standards

Analytical thinking

Site safety procedures

MS Office

Education

Diploma in Civil/Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Red Seal Journeyman with 2+ years of office experience

Tools

Outlook

Word

Project

Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The QA/QC Inspector role is primarily located in Vancouver, BC and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality project delivery within our BC Utilities Division. Travel to various site locations would be necessary based on operation requirements.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the consistent application of quality standards by overseeing both field and office operations. Working closely with project teams, you will provide expert guidance, support, and oversight to promote accurate, timely, and effective quality management practices ensuring quality standards are upheld. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative setting and is committed to driving excellence across all phases of project execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure that all QA and QC activities are understood and implemented according to company and client standards
• Develop, implement and manage all aspects of quality assurance within the Region
• Educate and provide recommendations to regional leadership with regards to quality management improvements
• Continuously monitor activities for deviations from specification and ensure deviations are addressed appropriately
• Develop and monitor, in conjunction with Operations, the execution of project quality plans and documents, including compliance by subcontractors
• Liaise with Purchasing and Operations to establish quality requirements and ensure that suppliers and sub-contractors are rated as to their ability to conform
• Communicate and coordinate to ensure all customer concerns regarding quality are addressed efficiently and effectively
• Actively assist staff in identifying potential improvements to procedures and approaches to the work from a quality control prospective
• Work with other managers and staff to identify and deliver quality orientations and training needs
• Gather information pertaining to any quality-related concerns to identify issues, consult, problem solve, provide solutions for issues and implement best course of actions
• Drive continuous improvement and zero defects through quality plans and processes
• Write and maintain various formal quality management documents such as manuals, policies, procedures, plans, checklists and records appropriate to existing and emerging regulator, client and internal needs
• Minimize deficiencies and reworks through setting clearly defined quality targets
• Comply with customer's quality management system
• Interface with regulators and client auditors as required, ensuring ongoing compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards and client specifications and the execution of corrective actions in order to maintain quality program registrations
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Proven leadership and mentoring skills
• Experienced in change management
• Strong communication skills with a customer-centric focus
• Self-driven and solution oriented
• Keen interest in process improvements and initiatives
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Degree of Diploma in:
  o Civil / Electrical Engineering or Technologist, or Construction Management or
  o Red Seal Journeyman with 2+ years of office experience

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5-7 years of QA/QC Experience in implementing Quality Programs and interfacing with client(s)
• 5-7 years in a similar QA/QC Inspector role

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Familiarity with industry standard necessary to carry out QA/QC works
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with commitment to excellence and high-quality work
• Knowledge and experience with site safety procedures, including electrical safety standards
• Proven experience MS Office (Outlook, Word, Project, and Excel)

The following certifications/designations are considered assets:

• Knowledge of Canadian Building Codes, CSA, and ASTM codes
• Quality Inspector Certification (ASQ)
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
• Experience preparing final turnover packages for clients, including collecting O&M manuals, test reports, as‑built documentation, and other closeout deliverables

Construction Safety Certifications including the following are considered assets:

• Confined Space Awareness/Rescue
• Fall Arrest
• WHMIS
• First Aid
• Ground Disturbance Certification

The expected annual salary range for this role is between $85,000 and $100,000. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.