Electrical Quality Control Supervisor - Nuclear Construction

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

• Category: Nuclear Engineering

Description

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Position Overview

Reporting to the Project Quality Manager, the Electrical Quality Control Supervisor – Nuclear Island (NI) will be responsible for the supervision and oversite quality control inspection staff of the in the Nuclear Island segment. This role will work with other sectors and Alliance partners to monitor the construction systems and processes that will achieve outstanding nuclear safety metrics and cost-effective quality operational results in support of the DNNP. 

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Canada. is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets.  As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Location

The position will be based on our project in Darlington, ON. The successful candidate will be local to Darlington, Oshawa or surrounding areas, or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

Ensure Quality Control requirements applicable to the Nuclear Island segment are effectively controlled and executed.

Assist in the development and implementation of project specific quality control procedures and work instructions to support construction activities.

Supervise and support the Quality Control Team assigned to the Nuclear Island segment.

Interface with the engineering, procurement, and construction groups on matters related to the planning of QC activities required by the design and applicable codes and standards including preparation of

Inspection and Test Plans, Construction Work Packages, and NCR management. 

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance project quality-related documentation, including inspection checklists, test protocols, work instructions, and project-specific procedures.

Establish a culture of continuous improvement by identifying new practices that will contribute to the overall effectiveness of the project.

Timely inspections are being performed based on construction schedule.   

Maintain liaison with Alliance Partners on matters related to the quality control requirements of the Nuclear Island segment.

Promote a culture of nuclear safety and quality within the NI Team.

Support internal audits and customer oversight activities.

Assist the project construction team with the understanding of codes and standards and regulatory requirements required by the design.

Accountable for review and approval of Lifetime Records (LTRs).

Any other requirements as outlined in the Quality Assurance Manuals.

Qualifications

A minimum, a college graduate in a related field, 7 years’ experience with 5 years supervisory experience.

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Experience in the nuclear heavy construction / fabrication industry

Experience with a variety of electrical control systems and their installation 

An exceptional understanding of the following codes and standards:

Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC)

CSA N285.0, CSA B51, and CSA N299, ANSI N690

ISO 9001:2015

Continuous improvement and the use of process improvement methodologies

Understands design and construction requirements.

Strong coordination and organization skills, with strict emphasis on accuracy and diligence.

Advanced ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, with all internal organization departments, Alliance partners, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.

Certified Control Systems Technician would be an asset.

Electrical Engineering Technology - Control Systems would be an asset.

Physical Demands: Includes prolonged standing, climbing into tight spaces, working at heights, extensive reading, and annual eye exams.

Other Requirements:

Regular, reliable attendance

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Company

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Kiewit

Kiewit is one of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned company operates through a network of offices and projects in the United States, Canada and Australia. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas and chemical, building and mining. Kiewit had 2013 revenues of more than $11.8 billion and employs more than 33,000 staff and craft employees.

Kiewit’s ethical, forward-thinking workforce continues to build upon the company’s reputation of safe, high-quality engineering. Consistently ranked among the top five of the Engineering News-Record Top 400 Contractors, our company is a leader in a variety of market sectors throughout North America and, most recently, Australia.

As an employee-owned company, Kiewit’s assets are managed by the people who know our work best. For us, business is personal. As our own stakeholders, we are invested in every project we take on. We continuously strive to build high-quality work at the lowest cost.

Our philosophy on safety is simple: Nobody Gets Hurt. Knowing that one lapse in judgment can lead to catastrophic events, the safety of the men and women on our job sites and the community that surrounds our projects is always first.

Kiewit never stands still. Just as our founders relentlessly chased their dream, we continue to chase new and exciting opportunities.