Our Substations Group is currently looking to add a Quality Inspector to our growing team, based in Vaughan, ON.

Reporting to the Quality Manager – Substations, this position is responsible for performing quality inspections on electrical and civil installations to ensure compliance with Valard's Quality Program and Quality Management System. The initial assignment will support three substations in the Guelph and Vaughan areas.

Scope of inspections include, but is not limited to:

• Earthworks and site grading
• Grounding systems
• Site drainage and underground installations
• Foundation installation
• Structural steel welding and erection
• Electrical equipment, materials, and installations
• Cabling and wiring
• Control building construction
• Perimeter fencing
• Commissioning activities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute quality assurance and quality control activities on the project site
• Follow, and ensure compliance with, Valard's Quality Manual, project specific Quality Plan, and Inspection and Test Plans
• Support all team members on Quality-related matters and ensure Valard meets the requirements of the applicable Contract, Client Standards, Provincial and Federal Regulations, and Code(s) of Construction
• Liaise with cross-functional groups within Valard, as well as the designated client and sub-contractor quality personnel on quality matters for the project
• Review of all full and partial assemblies/installations for completeness and conformance to IFC drawings and applicable specifications
• Flag all deficiencies and monitor remedial actions
• If able, repair minor deficiencies during inspections
• Ensure identifying and tracking any damaged or material issues. Work with the materials coordinator (as applicable) to ensure nonconforming materials are repaired or replaced in accordance with IFC drawings
• Maintain and manage the Master Punch List
• Assemble the progressive turnover packages

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 3 years experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Control
• Experience in monitoring civil, structural, and electrical installations
• Knowledge of typical construction project processes such as RFIs, Change Management, Field Instructions, NCRs, Walk-Down, Commissioning, Turnover, “As-Built” drawings
• Strong background in reading and interpreting technical documents such as engineering codes, standards, specifications, construction drawings
• Proficiency in MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) as well as Adobe Acrobat
• Experience using BlueBeam Revu

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Journeyman / Journeyperson Electrician
• Power systems experience (Distribution, Substation, and/or Transmission)
• Concrete, piling and earthworks experience

Benefits

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.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance 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 Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* 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.