Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.
We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Specialist has primary responsibility for coordination, execution and oversight of quality control during all shop and field fabrication/construction and ensures all fabrication and construction work is satisfactorily completed in accordance with legislated, company and client quality standards. The QC Specialist assists in the development and supervision of the Quality Department functions and provides advanced level support to QC Inspectors.
As a Quality Specialist at Graham, you will:
- Review project specifications and drawings for awareness and understanding of quality requirements
- Work closely with project field team in the planning, execution and monitoring of quality management process
- Provide technical assistance to site superintendents and project managers in the application of the Graham quality program
- Assist in the development of project quality risk assessments, quality plans and ITPs prior to execution of the scope of work
- Organize and chair internal PQRA, ITP and pre-mob meetings
- Act as the teams QC Inspector, assist in preparing QC documentation binders for distribution and rollout.
- Provide technical expertise, recommendations and assistance to project personnel regarding the application of quality program
- Verify code and specified NDE requirements are implemented at shop and field sites
- Assist in the resolution of field QC issues
- Prepare and present training information to Graham and Vendors relating to quality management
- Participate and/or lead project audits as required
- Assist in progressing corrective actions required from audit findings to a satisfactory conclusion
- Develop project specific documents
- Provide work leadership to QC Inspectors and attend Shop and Field sites to assess / monitor performance.
- Prepare and deliver periodic project performance/quality reports as required
- Assist with and verify turnover packages are completed for storage and retention
- Liaise with jurisdictional authorities, third party inspectors, and outside agencies/organizations as required during execution of the project
- Provide support in developing project specific protocols / documents
- Assist in the maintenance of the Graham project specific quality plan and applicable Graham quality forms.
- Make suggestions on improvements or changes to quality program based on professional observations and expertise
- Providing input to management quality meetings as requested
- Support continual improvement initiatives / activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in quality management, preferably in building construction, during which technical and work leadership experience has been clearly demonstrated
- Knowledge in Mechanical Electrical Plumbing (MEP) inspections and Provincial Regulations considered an asset
- Attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage conflicting needs while ensuring quality standards and deadlines are met
- Demonstrates problem solving skills and solutions oriented approaches
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage day to day responsibilities in an effective manner
- Proficiency with computers, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel
If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.
Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.
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