Position Title:  Project Quality Assurance Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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!

What is the Opportunity? 

Reporting to the Director, Quality the Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for implementation of the project and/or site quality program/plan and site or project specific procedures for an assigned project. The Quality Assurance Manager is also responsible for ensuring that the quality and associated documentation for fabricated or installed items, meets Code, jurisdictional, customer and internal requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

• Directs quality activities on a project and/or site, communicating with engineering, project management, procurement and fabrication/construction, and other project personnel to ensure QA goals and objectives are met.
• Develops a project/Site Quality Plan to cover all customer requirements to a level of detail necessary to assure integration within the Quality Assurance Program.
• Prepares project/site quality-related procedures to meet Code, jurisdictional, customer and internal requirements.
• Participate in Commercial Grade Dedication activities.
• Trains quality personnel assigned to the project.
• Liaise with customers, regulatory authorities, subcontractors and/or internal departments on matters related to quality.
• Represents the project/site during quality audits conducted by the customer, regulatory agencies and internal audits.
• Identifies quality problems, initiates non-conformance reports or corrective action requests and verifies implementation of dispositions.
• Provides work assignments to project/site quality personnel and prepares reports on the effectiveness of the project quality assurance program.
• Assists in ensuring satisfactory performance regarding the Aecon Nuclear Objectives.
• Ensure quality activities regarding fabrication and installation are planned and controlled.
• Supervision of all Quality Assurance and Quality Control personnel assigned to the project and/or site.
• Maintain departmental costs within budget.
• External stakeholder interface will involve: meeting with customers, suppliers, jurisdictional authorities, unionized supervisors and employees or various disciplines. Interface with Senior Management, Project and Shop Management.

What You Bring To The Team

• A graduate of a four-year engineering program from a recognized university or an equivalent combination of Education, technical training and experience.
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in quality assurance related to the Nuclear Industry.
• Management/Leadership experience and training.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Computer literate in MS Office, Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Excellent understanding of the following codes and standards:
  • 10 CFR50 Appendix B and 10CFR Part 21
  • AWS D1.1 and D1.5
  • ASME NQA-1
• Previous working experience with 10CFR50 Appendix B and 10CFR Part 21 would be an asset.
• ASME NQA-1 Nuclear Lead Auditor Certification would be an asset.
• Physical demands include: 
  • Prolonged periods of standing and walking
  • Project Site Trailer Environment
  • May be required to enter awkward locations to perform verification activities.
  • Office Environment 
• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the EEOC during any step of the application process, please click here.

At Aecon, we deeply appreciate the dedication and skills cultivated through military service. We encourage veterans to apply, recognizing the diverse perspective, resilience, and leadership abilities you bring. Your experiences are invaluable assets as we strive towards our shared goals.