QA/QC Lead

Bird Construction•Winnipeg, MB

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The QA/QC Lead will be responsible for working with project teams to implement, support, and maintain quality assurance/quality control programs on multiple projects. This position is based in Winnipeg with travel to project sites.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, Quality Management, or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will also be considered.
5+ years’ related work experience in construction, preferably involving QA/QC.
Experience with inspections, testing and quality documentation.
Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and quality management principles.
Competent with all Microsoft Office applications, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar construction management systems.
Highly developed interpersonal skills and strong customer service orientation.
Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment.
Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritize work to achieve them.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a proactive approach and strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ISO 9000, ISO 22000 considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Work closely with project team members and subcontractors concerning quality functions and daily inspections.
Continuously drive the implementation of Bird and Client quality programs.
Audit and inspect construction activities and monitor work in progress.
Ensure procedures are established to provide traceability from initial order to field installation.
Develop written plans and procedures for project-specific activities to supplement task planning.
Create and ensure compliance with ITPs and maintain the supporting documentation.
Review and approve quality documentation from subcontractors.
Create and maintain punch list, deficiencies, and walkdown packages.
Assist project teams with the creation and maintenance of inspection and test plans.
Recommend, implement, and assist with preventative measures to ensure quality is maintained.
Create and present non-conformance reports.
Coordinate quality-related activities with the project team to assist with client expectations.
Assist with maintenance of project files and preparation of reports.
Participate in on-site safety meetings and be a leader of initiatives.
Intervene in activities that contravene the materials quality or environment restrictions.
Ensure the validity of documents related to quality are recorded accurately and in a timely fashion.
Conduct independent inspections in accordance with the Execution Procedures and ITPs.
Identify issues and monitor corrective actions.
In collaboration with the Superintendent, produce project end records dependent on the progress of work.
Perform inspections building components, assemblies, and fabrication in accordance with the applicable standard of construction and/ or customer specifications.
Complete dimension inspections.
Other duties as assigned to meet business needs.