Position Title:  Lead Auditor

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

About Us 

Aecon is Canada’s largest nuclear constructor currently employing 2000+ highly skilled workers.  As an industry leader with 50 years of the successful history of building nuclear infrastructure, 413 approved Canadian supplier base, and 300+ qualified nuclear procedures, Aecon is well-positioned for the development and construction of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Aecon's reputation for reliability, safety, and performance has made us a preferred Canadian top-tier contractor and a partner of choice. Aecon offers an unparalleled depth of expertise and a comprehensive capability that can be called upon to deliver an integrated solution to virtually any construction challenge.  

Aecon Nuclear currently is undertaking efforts to replace key components at the Darlington and Bruce Power plants as a part of each respective Life Extension Program to allow operation for another 40+ years. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, feeders, and steam generators as well as technical development, construction management and trade labour.

Aecon Nuclear is also currently at the forefront of the next generation of Nuclear Power in Canada by fabricating and constructing the first of a kind SMR facility in Darlington in addition to potential other new build large scale reactors among other exciting nuclear industry efforts across North America and Europe.

As a Lead Auditor this position reports directly to the Source Assurance Manager, and indirectly to the Auditing Supervisor, Quality Director and Quality Managers in Nuclear.

What You'll Do Here 

• Plan, organize, and perform internal audits of Aecon’s manufacturing facility and nuclear project sites in accordance with applicable quality program manuals, procedures, work instructions, and Project Quality Plans
• Conduct external supplier surveys and audits to assess compliance with quality requirements and determine eligibility for Aecon’s Approved Supplier List
• Develop and distribute audit plans, 24-hour memos, checklists, and reports for internal and external audits, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Communicate audit scope, plans, and requirements to Aecon management and suppliers prior to audit execution
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive audit reports, including recommendations, observations, findings, and restrictions, to relevant stakeholders and management
• Submit complete audit packages (audit plan, 24-hour memo, completed checklist, and report) to the Auditing Supervisor for review and to the Quality Coordinator for record retention
• Supervise and provide guidance to Auditors and Technical Specialists during audits to ensure compliance with procedures and standards
• Support corrective action processes by reporting findings, tracking resolutions, and verifying effectiveness of implemented actions
• Perform and document Verification of Effectiveness (VoEs), Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), and Apparent Cause Analysis (ACAs) as part of the audit and corrective action process
• Generating, and providing assistance with the closure of internal and external audit corrective actions as directed by the Auditing Supervisor and Source Assurance Manager
• Support QA/QC activities for the Fabrication and Construction SBU
• As a Lead Auditor, to lead, coordinate and supervise the audit team in their assigned duties within the scope of the survey or audit
• Internal to Aecon, provide coaching and mentoring to Aecon personnel in Aecon’s various quality programs during the audit and in responding to corrective action reports

What You Bring To The Team

• Graduate of secondary school, as a minimum
• Education in an engineering discipline at the College or University level
• Lead Auditor Certification from an accredited training Registrar
• Nuclear Lead Auditor Certification c/w work history would be an asset
• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Internal Quality Auditor and one year as a Lead Quality Auditor
• Minimum of five years experience in nuclear and/or non-nuclear fabrication/construction industry in a quality assurance/quality control role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Computer literate in MS Office
• ASME Section III BP&V Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Construction Codes including related CSA N285, N286 and N299 Code experience
• Quality systems training experience

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.