Quality Inspector (BESS & Substation Construction)

About this role

Our Quality Team is currently looking to add a Quality Inspector to support Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Substation construction projects across multiple locations in Canada.
Reporting functionally to the Quality Manager, Substations, and operationally to the assigned Project Manager, this role is responsible for managing Quality activities on Valard’s BESS and Substation construction sites. This includes inspecting electrical, civil, and structural installations; implementing Valard’s Quality Program and Quality Management System; and compiling Progressive Turnover Packages in accordance with contractual and client requirements.
Please Note: This is a field-based role, with regular travel to active project sites across Canada working a 14 days on / 7 days off or 21 days on / 7 days off shift with 10 hour days.  Applicants must be willing to travel extensively and hold a valid driver’s license.
Duties and Responsibilities
Execute Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities on active construction sites
Implement the Company Quality Manual, project-specific Quality Plans, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
Support project teams on Quality-related matters to ensure compliance with contractual, client, and regulatory requirements
Liaise with internal Valard stakeholders, Clients, Engineers, and subcontractor Quality representatives
Review assemblies and installations for completeness and conformance with IFC drawings and specifications
Identify, document, and track deficiencies; monitor corrective actions
Perform minor deficiency repairs where qualified and authorized
Identify and track damaged or non-conforming materials
Coordinate with Materials Management on repair or replacement of non-conforming materials
Maintain the Master Punch List
Assemble Progressive Turnover and QA/QC documentation packages
Inspection scope includes, but is not limited to: works and site preparation; Grounding systems; Site drainage and underground infrastructure; Foundations and concrete works; Structural steel fabrication, welding, and erection; Substation equipment installation; BESS equipment installation and integration; Electrical cabling and wiring; Control buildings and auxiliary systems; Fencing and security systems; Pre-commissioning and commissioning support
Requirements
Post-Secondary education in a related field
Demonstrated experience in Construction Quality Assurance / Quality Control position
We may also consider candidates with related construction experience
Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be willing to travel to project sites across Canada

Preferred Skills / Qualifications
Power systems experience including Substations, BESS, Transmission, or Distribution
Experience with civil, structural, and electrical installations
Experience with Concrete, piling, and earthworks
Trade certification or professional designation (CET, EIT, P.Eng.)
Strong technical document interpretation skills
Experience with Bluebeam Revu or SharePoint

Benefits
This position offers an hourly rate of $38 - $48, depending on experience and qualifications.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About our Business
Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
Learn more
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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.
* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
* We do not use automated tools to screen applications.  All hiring decisions involve human review.  This job posting is for an existing vacancy.