WSP Group

The Opportunity:

In this role, you’ll lead quality assurance efforts by reviewing documentation, coordinating testing and inspections, and conducting internal and supplier audits. You’ll have the opportunity to oversee a large, first of its kind construction project to ensure safety and quality compliance while mentoring junior quality personnel.

This opportunity is to join the WSP team responsible for the execution of the Near Surface Disposal (NSDF) Project in Chalk River.  The NSDF project represents a 5-year build of the low-level waste repository in Chalk River.

The position requires the successful candidate to be physically present on the project site, and frequently inspect all aspects and areas of the site project, including exposure to ongoing construction, seasonal and various weather conditions.

Please note we will consider candidates based in various locations throughout Canada, but this opportunity is based on-site at the project in Chalk River, Ontario .

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging

• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

• You will review documentation to ensure compliance with specifications, quality programs, and other relevant standards.

• You will coordinate and lead factory and site testing requirements, inspections, and surveillances, and document findings from these activities.

• You will lead internal and supplier audits to assess compliance with quality standards.

• You will develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documents to meet customer requirements and play a crucial role in ensuring consistent quality practices.

• You will train project personnel on the QMS, ensuring everyone understands quality processes and requirements.

• You will create and update process documents within the project’s QMS and use these documents to guide quality-related activities.

• You will investigate quality issues, monitor trends, and document your findings.

• You will analyze data related to quality performance and identify areas where improvements can be made.

• You will implement testing procedures to assess product quality, and report on inspection results to relevant stakeholders.

• You will work closely with project functional lines (such as engineering, production, and logistics) to provide quality planning, feedback, and support.

• You will inspect construction projects before, during, and after completion.

• You will oversee work performed by internal project staff and suppliers.

• Ensure adherence to quality specifications.

• You will liaise and work collaboratively with all project stakeholders.

• As a senior team member, you will mentor and guide junior quality personnel, and share your expertise and help them develop their skills.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Degree or Diploma in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

• More than 8-10 years of relevant experience in quality program management.

• Knowledge of CSA N299.2 and ISO 9001 standards

• Knowledge of ASME Section VIIII, CSA B31, B51, N285 would be an asset

• Effective communication and leadership skills are crucial.

• Experience working in construction, engineering, or related fields. Familiarity with construction processes, materials, and safety standards.

• Previous experience in construction and heavy civil projects preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications.

• Certification related to quality management, such as Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or successful completion of NIAC, CANIAC training/evaluations would be an asset.

• Experience conducting Root Cause Analysis investigations would be an asset

• Must be eligible for CNL Reliability Stauts security clearance ( individual must have 3 full years of verifiable, concurrent and recent history in Canada, USA, UK, New Zealand and/or Australia ).

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WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation

• We are locally dedicated with international scale

• We are future focused and challenge the status quo

• We foster collaboration in everything we do

• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)