Quality Engineer

OSCO Construction Group; Lower Sackville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Quality Engineer to create and optimize concrete mix designs for ready-mix products. This role includes overseeing quality control across multiple locations in the Maritime provinces. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a focus on civil disciplines, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. An excellent compensation package is offered, including health, dental coverage, and educational benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Life insurance

RRSP and tax-free savings options

Educational bursaries for children of employees

Health & wellness programming

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering degree with a focus in civil, or a similar discipline.
• Academic or industry exposure to concrete mix design / materials engineering.
• Relevant concrete testing certifications (ACI, CSA).

Responsibilities

• Design, monitor, troubleshoot and optimize concrete mixes for all Atlantic ready-mix plants.
• Evaluate current and potential material suppliers for product performance.
• Prepare submittal packages and ensure compliance with job specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Engineering degree in civil or related field

Job description

About Us

Following a significant expansion, the OSCO Construction Group rebranded its ready-mix concrete operations as OSCO Concrete in 2009, making it one of the largest ready-mix players in the Atlantic Region, operating the largest pump fleet, in both number and size. OSCO Concrete has been supplying ready-mix concrete to the Saint John region since 1968 and the Moncton region since 2004 using a large fleet of modern, concrete mixer trucks.

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer will create, optimize and monitor concrete mix designs for a variety of ready-mix products. This position is responsible for working collaboratively to guide and support various operational departments within all Ready-Mix locations throughout the Maritime provinces. The Quality Engineer is responsible to ensure common, consistent quality control procedures across our ready-mix plants, as well as to assist in reinforcing a culture where quality is a primary focus. The ideal candidate must be a problem solver with hands-on leadership skills who thrives in a fast-paced multi-project environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, monitor, troubleshoot and optimize concrete mixes for all Atlantic ready-mix plants including specialty mixes
• Evaluate current and potential material suppliers for product performance and compliance with standards
• Review technical specifications for pre-bid scope review
• Prepare submittal packages and ensure compliance with job specifications
• Coordinate with customers and government bodies for technological advances, alternative methods and continuous improvement models for the department
• Travel throughout the Maritimes to provide supervision, support and training to internal and external customers
• Manage and continuously improve the overall Quality Program for all plants according to CSA and Industry Standards
• Planning and coordinating field / plant and laboratory testing of construction materials including those produced at our Sand & Gravel operations
• Develop repair procedures for defective product which permanently restores appearance, durability and structural capacity
• Modify or implement procedures which maintain high product quality
• Additional duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering degree with a focus in civil, or a similar discipline
• Academic or industry exposure to concrete mix design / materials engineering
• Professional Engineering designation or an Engineer in Training with P.Eng eligibility
• Supervisory experience in the concrete industry would be considered an asset
• Knowledge of CSA, ASTM and relevant provincial transportation standards and specifications
• Obtain and maintain relevant concrete testing certifications (ACI, CSA, etc.) as needed based on project/business requirements

Business Requirements

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment
• Willingness to travel between plants as well as to project construction sites as required
• Must be adaptable to overtime where required to meet project / production deadlines

Cultural Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with individuals of diverse backgrounds & disciplines, including various levels of management

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, OSCO Concrete offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.