POSITION TITLE: Quality Assurance Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time permanent – salary

LOCATION: Various project sites in Alberta (Carsland/Vulcan County, Duchess/Brooks, Cypress County)

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

Alltrade is an Industrial Contractor with clients across Canada and is part of the Barton Malow family of companies. Our services include Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) Construction, Design-Build, Integrated Project Delivery, General Contracting, and Specialty Contracting. Our primary markets are Energy, with a focus on renewables, and Automotive, with a focus on electric vehicle technology. We self-perform several trades with an emphasis on electrical construction, including medium and high voltage systems. We build it safe, no exceptions. Our strengths include being trustworthy, agile, and innovative. An extensive list of successful projects and satisfied clients attests to the quality of our work. Our core purpose is Building People, Projects, and Communities; our core values are Integrity, Partnership, and Empowerment.

SECTOR OVERVIEW

To date Alltrade has completed 1000+ Megawatts of Ground mount Solar projects, we have over 500 MW of Wind Project Experience, built over 360 MW of Battery Energy Storage projects, and have over 30 Megawatts of new Hydro electric experience. Our projects have ranged from $20M to $300M and continue to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance Coordinator will be responsible for performing quality audit responsibilities on specific Alltrade Industrial Contractors projects. The Quality Assurance Coordinator will also be responsible for ensuring the quality management system (QMS is constructed in accordance with the established required standards. The Quality Assurance Coordinator role includes direct oversight and review of the entire documentation and physical inspection phase of the workflow process and working with other in-house Quality Control personnel and external personnel to review and document the quality aspect of the project. This individual will continually foster and implement changes if and when needed.

Alltrade’s Western office is located in Okotoks, Alberta, however, the Quality Assurance Coordinator position would be required to work directly on project sites. We have multiple opportunities on our project sites in Carsland/Vulcan County, Duchess/Brooks, and Cypress County, Alberta.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for promoting and adhering to Alltrade Industrial’s high standards of quality to customers.
Create and maintain a culture of quality through coaching and mentoring of employees at all levels.
Control and distribute company’s quality documentation.
Monitor and work collaboratively with site staff on all quality related activities on projects
Perform internal and external audits when needed.
Verify contractor quality requirements are specified to vendors and contractor documentation submittals.
Coordinate quality audits with all the site subcontractors and vendors.
Monitor all inspection test plans (ITP’s).
When required, attend client quality management meetings.
Prepare and control project quality system documentation prior to project commencement.
Review quality inspection personnel qualifications and training requirements.
Monitor and track the disposition of all issues non-conformance reports.
Monitor the progress and effectiveness of the project QMS on site and in the office. Recommend and continuously implement improvements when required.
Control all archive documentation upon the completion of the project.
Control of on site and off-site 3rdparty inspectors.
Work with project staff on resolution of any nonconforming product(s).
Reviewing contractors QA/QC systems in accordance with contractual requirements with Project Supervision.
Coordination of contractor quality approvals when required with Project Supervision.
Ensure the verification of documentation and certificates for materials purchased by vendors.
Communicate with management for quality improvements.
Coordinate all inspection receipts.
Distribute relevant QA/QC documentation to site contractors.
Verify that the quality related site activities are in accordance with the applicable codes and standards.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field considered an asset.
Quality Management certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a quality management role.
Working Knowledge of the requirements of the ISO 9000 quality standards and their implementation is required
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy environment.
Able to create alternative solutions to problems.
Excellent time management and coordination skills.
High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Able to work well under pressure.
Strong attention to detail.
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, Project, etc.).

The successful candidate will possess a passion for excellence and commitment to a challenging position that offers opportunity to grow through great leadership and continuous improvement.

Alltrade is an equal opportunity employer, fostering diversity, inclusion and belonging within our organization. Alltrade does not discriminate based on any grounds prohibited by law, including: race, colour, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and marital status. Alltrade invites all interested individuals to apply. Should accommodations be required for persons with disabilities during any step of the application and selection process, please contact the Human Resources department.

Quality Coordinator