Quality Systems - Traction Power

Parsons Corporation•Edmonton, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction/Quality Specialist to join our team! This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next! This job posting is for a current addition or replacement opportunity within Parsons. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or construction-related field, or equivalent construction-related work experience, as well as 3+ years of experience in field construction is required.
Certified in Alberta or other jurisdiction as either a Professional Engineer, Engineer in Training (EIT) or a certified Engineering Technologist or related professional certification
Multidisciplinary backgrounds in electrical, civil and structural is preferred.
Working knowledge of material testing such as earthwork, asphalt and concrete testing is an asset.
Working knowledge of the method of rail’s welding such as Flush-Butt and/or Thermite is an asset .
Good knowledge and experience in the implementation of problem-solving methodology and performance of Root Cause Analysis (i.e. 6 Sigma )
Good knowledge and experience in ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System .
Knowledge of Canadian Building Codes, CSA, and ASTM codes
Experience with the Authority Having Jurisdiction to reach mutually agreeable solutions to technical issues or field issues .
Thorough knowledge of general construction methods and construction codes .
Understand the requirements of fire-related construction requirements.
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency in MS Office and Quality Management systems.

Responsibilities

Review construction performance to ensure the early identification of variances and deficiencies.
Ensure early identification and documentation of non-conformities through regular surveillance audits, site walkdowns, and other forms of QC activities.
Hold project team accountable for quality control program requirements and the overall Quality Manual.
Review, approve and assist developing Inspection and Testing Plans (ITP) and their associated checklists and inspection forms.
Perform physical inspections on site to adhere with the method of verifications stipulated into the ITP program.
Ensure that all personnel working on the project understand the specification requirements applicable to their specific scope of work.
Manage and provide necessary guidance to Subcontractors’ Quality Inspectors and Quality Field Engineers.
Monitor and evaluate the subcontractors' performance and report to the Construction Quality Manager.
Verify project requirements are clearly communicated to vendors and contractor.
Oversee the material receiving process to ensure all received materials are in conformance with the approved submittal, stored and Review and monitor the disposition and status of all issued nonconforming reports.
Promote the Project Quality Absolutes, Quality Policy and Quality Present the Quality portion in the daily MIP orientation and in the Sub-contractor kick off meeting.
Lead construction turnover process for assigned scopes and ensure proper documentation is in place.
Review quality records for accuracy and completeness.