QAI Job Number:                     QAI-PSBPI- 

JOB TITLE:                              Project Specialist II (Building Products) 

LOCATION:                              Remote (Canada) — If located within close and reasonable proximity to one of QAI’s offices (Toronto, ON or Burnaby, BC), the role would be in-office

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:      1 

CATEGORY:                            Construction Materials 

CLOSING DATE:                     OPEN UNTIL FILLED 

SALARY RANGE:                    $65,000 to $80,000 annually 

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1995 by a group of experienced certification and testing experts, QAI is an independent third-party testing, inspection, and certification organization that serves the building, technology, and construction industries (among others) with cost-effective solutions through our in-house capabilities/services, and an established world-wide network of qualified affiliates.  The QAI name and logo have become well-recognized throughout the Certification world resulting in steady growth of our Certification, Testing, and Inspection business streams. 

Currently, we are looking for a Project Specialist to join our growing Building Products team and support future expansion. 

DUTIES: You will perform, but not be limited to the following duties:

• Plan review drawings and documents relating to buildings to determine compliance with the relevant Building Codes and standards. 
• Become familiar with the Building Codes of Canada, National Plumbing Code, National Gas Code, and the Canadian Electrical Code. 
• Write concise, detailed, accurate, and objective reports 
• Travel throughout Canada and the USA to perform inspections at manufacturing sites
• Perform testing, witness testing, prepare reports, or review reports to evaluate building products to nationally recognized building safety standards (CSA, UL, ASTM, etc.)
• Review building codes to identify building product requirements, write test plans, evaluate construction products to code requirements, and write concise evaluation reports.
• Assist clients with determining the applicable requirements for their products and/or the evaluation needed to validate compliance when a product is modified.
• Assist with the design and construction of testing jigs and test sample assemblies. Document construction methods and results of tests/inspections.
• Perform product inspections and product sampling at client sites which may involve travel throughout Canada and the USA
• Become familiar with and comply with the QAI quality system and administrative procedures.
• Be able to write and review concise, objective, and informative reports and documents.
• Be able to interact effectively and professionally with customers and colleagues, as required.
• Must be willing to be part of an energetic team with a can-do attitude.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager, or its designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Have a technical diploma or completed a trades program from an accredited Institution.  The following subject areas of education are beneficial: building plan reviewing, building science, plumbing/gas/electrical trades, material or mechanical engineering 
• Previous experience with construction materials and construction practices is a benefit
• Possess superior MS Word and Excel skills, be proficient with Email and Adobe Acrobat.
• Possess “Good Laboratory Practice” skills essential for testing products.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and French at native or near-native proficiency level.

Requirements: 

• 2+ years of Project Specialist or related experience 
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer in Training (EIT) license required with an ability to obtain P.Eng. within one year of hire if an EIT.
• Fluent in French at a Native or Near-Native proficiency level. 

Key Technical Competence:

• Practical knowledge in the areas of expertise.
• Able to provide technical guidance on requirements in testing, inspection, and/or certification in their relevant field of expertise.
• Able to evaluate necessary requirements for testing, inspection, and/or certification and develop timelines which meet the needs of the client and QAI.
• Able to meet expected timelines and grasps the concept of prioritization.
• Able to multi-task and coordinate many activities across multiple departments, teams, and locations within the organization.
• Able to identify conformance to test, inspection, and/or certification criteria and communicate this to clients and throughout the organization.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• You must hold a valid driver’s license.
• You must hold a valid passport, or be able to obtain a valid passport, and must be able to travel to the US and international destinations.

Additional Assets include:

• Forklift experience
• Level I first aid or higher

APPLYING:

QAI Laboratories offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including base salary and bonus/commissions, medical, dental, and other perks.  We are committed to the long-term success of our employees.

 Interested? Please submit your resume and cover letter here. Check out our other career opportunities on our website careers page: qai.org/careers [qai.org/careers] or reach out to the recruitment team at careers@qai.org [careers@qai.org].

Equal Opportunity Employer 

QAI Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Note: No sponsorship is available.