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We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.
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Job DescriptionWe have a distinguished history of excellence in providing consulting services to electrical utilities across Canada. With a workforce exceeding 3,500 employees nationwide, our Energy & Resources and Project Management sectors in British Columbia are experiencing significant growth, presenting numerous dynamic projects for professionals to shape and engage with. We are actively seeking individuals eager to enhance their skills, embrace new challenges, and advance their careers within our organization.
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Lead Manager to oversee the quality management processes for engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning projects. You will be responsible for ensuring that systems, infrastructure, and equipment meet all technical, functional, reliability, and compliance requirements.
We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling you to work from home and in our Vancouver office.
Primary Responsibilities
Quality Assurance Planning & Execution
- Develop and implement quality assurance plans to manage and report on the quality of project deliverables, including design, manufacturing, material procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning
- Conduct quality risk assessments and implement mitigation plans
- Review sourcing documents and specifications for quality management, assurance, and control requirements
Supplier & Vendor Quality Control
- Evaluate consultants, contractors, and suppliers for compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations
- Review and approve Supplier Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
- Conduct audits and inspections of manufacturing facilities, vendor processes, and contractor services
- Ensure the timely submission, review, and acceptance of supplier submittals, including test reports, special process work procedures, and compliance documentation
Construction & Installation QA
- Ensure conformance with specifications, safety standards, and industry best practices in construction and installation phases
- Verify and document inspection and test results, ensuring that qualified personnel perform quality reviews
- Identify, track, and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), coordinating corrective and preventative actions
- Ensure that field testing, commissioning, and final quality reporting are completed in accordance with project requirements
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain accurate quality assurance records, ensuring alignment with contract quality plans and regulatory requirements
- Develop and oversee document control processes for project quality-related records
- Provide objective evidence of compliance for regulatory audits and internal reviews
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
- Minimum ten (10) years of experience in quality assurance within the engineering, construction, or utility sectors
- In-depth knowledge of quality management standards, such as ISO 9001, and regulatory requirements in engineering and construction
- Experience with supplier and contractor evaluations, audits, and quality control methodologies
- Proven leadership in managing quality processes for large-scale infrastructure projects
The expected salary for this position is from $115,000 to $140,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.
For more information, please contact Alina Souralay
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At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
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