Quality Inspector (BESS & Substation Construction)

Valard Construction; Canada; On-site; CAD 52,348 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking a Quality Inspector to support Battery Energy Storage System and Substation construction projects across Canada. The role reports to the Quality Manager and Project Manager and focuses on managing QA/QC activities on sites, inspecting electrical, civil, and structural installations, and ensuring adherence to the Quality Program and ITPs.

This field-based position requires extensive travel (14/7 or 21/7 shifts) with 10-hour days.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field.
• Experience in Construction QA/QC.
• We may also consider candidates with related construction experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing to travel to project sites across Canada

Responsibilities

• Execute Quality Assurance and Quality Control on active construction sites.
• Implement the Company Quality Manual, project-specific Quality Plans, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Support project teams on Quality-related matters to ensure compliance with contractual, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with internal Valard stakeholders, Clients, Engineers, and subcontractor Quality representatives.
• Review assemblies and installations for completeness and conformance with IFC drawings and specifications.
• Identify, document, and track deficiencies; monitor corrective actions.
• Perform minor deficiency repairs where qualified and authorized.
• Identify and track damaged or non-conforming materials.
• Coordinate with Materials Management on repair or replacement of non-conforming materials.
• Maintain the Master Punch List.
• Assemble Progressive Turnover and QA/QC documentation packages.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Documentation

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Driver's license

Travel

Bluebeam Revu

SharePoint

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

SharePoint

Job description

Our Quality Team is currently looking to add aQuality Inspector to support Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Substation construction projects across multiple locations in Canada.

Reporting functionally to the Quality Manager, Substations, and operationally to the assigned Project Manager, this role is responsible for managing Quality activities on Valard’s BESS and Substation construction sites. This includes inspecting electrical, civil, and structural installations; implementing Valard’s Quality Program and Quality Management System; and compiling Progressive Turnover Packages in accordance with contractual and client requirements.

Note: This is a field-based role, with regular travel to active project sites across Canada working a 14 days on / 7 days off or 21 days on / 7 days off shift with 10 hour days. Applicants must be willing to travel extensively and hold a valid driver’s license.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities on active construction sites
• Implement the Company Quality Manual, project-specific Quality Plans, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Support project teams on Quality-related matters to ensure compliance with contractual, client, and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with internal Valard stakeholders, Clients, Engineers, and subcontractor Quality representatives
• Review assemblies and installations for completeness and conformance with IFC drawings and specifications
• Identify, document, and track deficiencies; monitor corrective actions
• Perform minor deficiency repairs where qualified and authorized
• Identify and track damaged or non-conforming materials
• Coordinate with Materials Management on repair or replacement of non-conforming materials
• Maintain the Master Punch List
• Assemble Progressive Turnover and QA/QC documentation packages

Inspection scope includes, but is not limited to:

works and site preparation; Grounding systems; Site drainage and underground infrastructure; Foundations and concrete works; Structural steel fabrication, welding, and erection; Substation equipment installation; BESS equipment installation and integration; Electrical cabling and wiring; Control buildings and auxiliary systems; Fencing and security systems; Pre-commissioning and commissioning support.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in a related field
• Demonstrated experience in Construction Quality Assurance / Quality Control position
• We may also consider candidates with related construction experience
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing to travel to project sites across Canada

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Power systems experience including Substations, BESS, Transmission, or Distribution
• Experience with civil, structural, and electrical installations
• Experience with Concrete, piling, and earthworks
• Trade certification or professional designation (CET, EIT, P.Eng.)
• Strong technical document interpretation skills
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or SharePoint

This position offers an hourly rate of$38 - $48, depending on experience and qualifications.

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.

Valard Construction is a premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ 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 QuantaServices, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.