Position Title:  Quality Specialist, Concrete

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 First. 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!

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). Beginning in 2023 Aecon will support the validation phase design, procurement, early site preparation and site mobilization scope for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

Reporting to the responsible Quality Director, this role will support work within the DNNP. The Quality Specialist will be responsible for the development of quality associated documentation and processes which comply with customer contract, technical specifications, Code and Standard requirements and local jurisdictional requirements. The Quality Specialist will work closely with Project Management and will be responsible to assist with the development of Comprehensive Work Packages (CWP’s) which includes development of Construction, Inspection & Test Plans (CITP’s).  

This development work will be performed in accordance with an Integrated Quality Management Plan (IQMP) and a Project Execution Plan. The Quality Specialist shall identify and report quality problems and problems related to the effective implementation of the IQMP.

What You’ll Do Here:

The Quality Specialist is responsible to identify verification, examination, testing requirements. The Quality Specialist shall have direct access to a level of management necessary to ensure that appropriate quality assurance and quality control requirements are implemented. The Quality Specialist is responsible:

• To support Project Site Team on matters pertaining to quality;
• To report conditions affecting quality to the Project Quality Manager;
• Developing the Inspection, Examination & Testing steps and strategically inserting them in the CITP;
• Working collaboratively with the FE, Project Coordinator & Trade Supervisor to complete the CITP or CITP Addendum
• Working collaboratively with Project Coordinators to complete the CWP;
• Route CITP’s or CITP Addendum’s for AI/ANI and the customer’s review & acceptance, where applicable;
• Preparation of History Docket / History File Packages;
• Assist with the review of purchase requisitions;
• Assist with the disposition of NCR’s;
• Assist with implementation of actions associated with documented Corrective Action Reports

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related field
• Certification(s) in: Quality Engineer (CQE) or Quality Technologist (CQT)
• Experience and knowledge with Nuclear Codes & Standards, and an understanding of Nuclear Safety Culture.
• Project site experience with understanding of DEC’s/DCN’s and development of Comprehensive Work Packages
• Knowledge and experience with Nondestructive Methods and their application
• Knowledge and experience with Weld Procedures, Welding Processes and their application
• Experience interfacing with Project Team members, the AI/ANI and customer representatives
• Experience with working in a Nuclear facility and interfacing with the facility owner
• Experience with replacement Fuel Channel components and Feeder Pipe would be an asset

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. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.