Quality Assurance Officer

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; London; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs in London, Ontario is seeking a Quality Assurance Officer to monitor and report QA activities on highway construction sites and to oversee consultant testing laboratories. The role requires technical knowledge of highway materials and inspection practices, with occasional travel for overnight stays.

The successful candidate will provide expert input to the Construction Management Office and field staff,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering materials used in highway construction and standards.
• Experience with sampling, testing and data analysis of highway materials.
• Experience with inspection practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on quality assurance and inspection activities on highway construction sites.
• Monitor consultant testing laboratories.
• Provide technical expertise to Construction Management Office, Operations Office and consultant field staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning & organizing

Quality standards

Verbal & written communication

Integrity & flexibility

Education

Diploma in civil engineering technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Apply By:Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Transportation Infrastructure Management Division

City:

London

Position(s) language:

Job term:

2 Permanent

Job code:

12938 - Quality Assurance Officer

$1,385.53 - $1,707.48 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Would you enjoy using your background in highway design and construction in a great working environment? If you have knowledge and experience with highway engineering materials, and would like working in the field on job sites, this role will be of interest to you!

About the job

In this position, your role will include:

• Monitoring and reporting on quality assurance and inspection activities on highway construction sites.
• Monitoring consultant testing laboratories.
• Providing technical expertise to Construction Management Office, Operations Office and consultant field staff.

NOTE: This position requires occasionally travel for overnight stays.

Mandatory requirements

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering materials applicable to highway construction and maintenance, including a sound knowledge of highway construction standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of sampling, testing and performance of highway construction materials (normally acquired through a diploma in civil engineering technology or related field and/or work experience) to collect and analyze data, prepare and evaluate reports and resolve issues that deviate from accepted standards and practices.
• Knowledge and experience with inspection practices.

Analytical, Evaluative and Organizational Skills

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and contribute to effectively resolving problems.
• Planning, organizing and coordinating skills, with an ability to prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and concern for quality standards.

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, contractors and the public.
• Demonstrated integrity and flexibility in work demeanor.

Computer Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency using common office productivity software.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

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We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

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