Position Title:  Area Quality 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?

From fabrication and modularization to new builds, turnaround and maintenance, Aecon Industrial leads the way in industrial construction and water infrastructure, providing clients in Canada and the U.S. with vertically integrated solutions and exceptional self-perform work.

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Quality, the Area Quality Manager is responsible for supporting the project teams with the execution of field projects from a process and procedures standpoint. He/She is also to support the Project Managers with manpower resources as required.

What You'll Do Here:

• Evaluating the Quality program and applying methods to continually improve the system.
• Evaluating the various quality procedures and processes to ensure the most effective/efficient solutions are in place.
• Establishing and managing the final turnover process.
• Managing company certifications i.e. ASME, NBIC etc.
• Functionally supporting all Quality related personnel within the fabrication and field operations.
• Assisting with the resolution of project and personnel related issues.
• Monitoring the performance of quality team members.
• Assisting with project related audits.
• Attending client meetings as required.
• Monitoring the overall performance of each project as it relates to Quality and providing feedback for areas of improvement.
• Assist with testing and discovering innovative new solutions to common quality problems.
• Reviewing project related reports to ensure quality performance goals of project are met.
• Working with the various project managers to develop a realistic budget for the quality component of a project.
• Auditing and management of subcontractors employed by the project team.
• Ensure continuity in the Quality Program throughout all areas of responsibility.
• Functionally responsible for all quality control staff in the fabrication and field operations.
• Must be fiscally responsible with respect to department costs. This will be accomplished in part by monitoring rates of pay and personnel loading.
• Interfacing with the Client / Owner / Management will occur on a regular basis.

What You Bring to the Team: 

• Technical Education (WET or MET) or Journeyman certification an asset.
• Experience in multi discipline activities.
• Knowledge of various codes of construction (ASME B31.1, B31.3, ASME Sec. I, ASME Sec. VIII, ASME Sec.  IX, AWS D1.1.).
• Supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong customer service focus.
• AWS QCI an asset.
• API 510 an asset.
• API 570 an asset.
• Current proof of vision requirements.
• Strong computer skills – MS office.
• Excellent and proven organizational skills in order to meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a high-pressure work environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Willingness to continually learn and advance technical knowledge.
• ISO knowledge is beneficial.
• Willingness and ability to work in a Construction/Industrial environment which may require the use of ladders, stairs, working at elevations, and working in confined spaces.

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. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.