Quality Lead

24 EllisDon Industrial Inc.; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EllisDon Industrial Inc. is seeking a Quality Lead to drive quality management across heavy civil projects. You will champion best practices, lead QA/QC activities, and act as the SME for quality inquiries within PME/EDI.

The role requires coordinating with the EllisDon Quality Director and field teams to ensure documentation and compliance across sites. The ideal candidate has a Civil/Construction Engineering background with senior experience, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Civil or Construction Engineering degree or diploma with 3+ years in quality.
• Senior Civil experience required.
• Valid driver’s license; clean driving record within 30 days prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Champion implementation of quality best practices and QC activities.
• Be SME for all quality inquiries for PME/EDI.
• Coordinate quality programs and documentation with EllisDon Quality Director.
• Review turnover packages and quality records.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits and drive improvements.
• Liaise with field operations to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Quality leadership

Risk management

Quality Assurance

Documentation control

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Civil/Construction Engineering degree

Job description

Company Overview

In 2012, PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies and currently functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, such as Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality. PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. They value diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. We are committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication. In case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in and our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety.

Role Summary

You as a Quality Lead will:

• Ability to champion and lead the effective implementation of operational best practices, risk management strategies, and quality assurance / quality control activities.
• Be the subject matter expert / main contact for all quality related inquires for PME / EDI.
• Coordinate project quality programs and documentation with EllisDon Quality Director.
• Review and main turnover packages, quality records, etc.
• Participate in quality audit (internal & external) and continue improvement initiative.
• Liaise with field operations and other stakeholders to ensure quality standards are achieved.
• Travel to project sites will be required.
• Facilitate proper planning of the work to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Oversee the development and implementation of Subcontractor Quality Plans.
• Prepare/coordinate the development of Inspection and Testing Plans (ITPs) for all construction activities.
• Ensure that the ITPs are fully implemented, hold and witness points attended, and issues arising resolved expediently.
• Create and complete project-specific installation checklists.
• Monitor execution of construction activities and assess compliance with respect to the construction quality management plan and contract specifications.
• Complete inspections and documentation associated with the receiving of components, products or other jobsite materials.
• Participate in consultant and client walkthroughs and assist with the identification, documentation and closure of deficiencies.

Requirements

• Civil or Construction Engineering diploma or degree with minimum 3 years of experience or equivalent and familiarity with quality management systems and practices.
• Senior Civil experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• A driver's abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
• Strong background in industrial, heavy civil earthworks, road building and underground utilities.
• Proficient English language skills required.
• A reliable means of transportation is required.
• You are a self-directed, motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity. Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

Company Culture

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. From our employees to clients, subcontractors, partners, and our considerable network of contacts, building strong, resilient relationships is the key to our success. We build on great relationships. We pride ourselves on being great people to work with. Guided by our shared values of trust, complete openness, and mutual respect and accountability, we’ve built a construction services company known for our people and integrity. We exist to provide great careers to one another. With us you can expect to continually evolve your career, benefitting from mentorship at every level and working collaboratively with other teams to expand your knowledge and experience. Values-based leadership. EllisDon’s culture and approach to business is a reflection of our core values and principles: freedom, trust, complete openness, mutual accountability, entrepreneurial enthusiasm, integrity and mutual respect.