Structural/Design & Quality Manager - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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Why work for Lafarge:As the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we’re committed to shaping a greener, smarter and healthier world. At Lafarge Canada Inc., safety comes first, collaboration matters and diversity is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually make our materials better.Do you have the drive, the skills, and the passion to join usOverview:Manage Engineering and Quality Control for Southern Alberta’s Precast Division. The Engineering Manager and Quality Control Manager is responsible for structural design, concrete mix designs, quality control, drafting and leading junior engineers. This includes the design, drafting, construction and installation of precast structures and components. He/she will also provide engineering and design input for new and upcoming projects and estimating purposes. Further, he/she will liaise with project managers and clients to promote successful precast solutions. This position reports to the General Manager.Responsibilities:

• Provide structural design of precast structures and elements
• Design of concrete and steel connections
• Manage internal and external drafting requirements
• Review and issue construction drawings
• Assist with the technical support for preconstruction for sales and estimating
• Collaborate with consultants and architects with precast technical information
• Provide necessary plant engineering, including facility additions, plant equipment, lifting and handling devices(Safe Work Loadings), etc.
• Review site precast erection for cross bracing, crane size and precat member sequence
• Coordinate with project managers, draftsman, quality control personnel, plant production and erection workers on project details and scheduling.
• Problem solving for issues that arise in the production facility and job sites.
• Maintain calibrations of pre-stressing and and concrete testing of equipment
• Attend client project meetings and provide engineering input
• Conduct plant and site inspections for quality assurances
• Represent the company in CPCI technical committees
• Experience in reviewing precast project for value engineering opportunities
• Update welding procedures and maintain welder records in accordance with the Canadian welding Bureau.
• Mentoring of junior staff for succession planning. Annual training sessions on basic design concepts envisioned for all customer/consultant-facing technical and sales staff.
• Project specific designs for competitive bid advantages
• Provide design assistance and engineering mentorship to Design Engineers, including consultation with external structural engineering firms for specialty products where necessary.
• Standardize engineering design and manage AutoCAD drawing database for standard and specialty products.
• Assist with technical and operational issues related to product development, production and marketing issues.
• Manage all aspects of the Quality Control Program
• Direct the Quality Control team members
• Interface with other Lafarge Product Lines
• Enforce established policies and regulations related to Quality Control
• Represent the company in CPCI technical Committees

Qualifications:

• Civil and/or Structural Engineering Degree

Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.):

• Registered or Eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
• Eligible or Registered in the provinces of British Columbia and Saskatchewan would be considered an asset

Experience: .

• >3 years of Precast Design

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• 3 D Modeling
• Familiarity with BIM software such as Revit and Tekla
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written

Dimensions:

• Direct Reports: 2- 3 Employees
• Plant Staff: 80

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.LafargeHolcim:As we are reinventing the way the world builds, we need world-class talent to join our Lafarge Canada team: people who are passionate, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture.Whatever you do, you will make a difference here. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs.Check out our YouTube channel to learn more about our operations and see all career opportunities at www.lafarge.ca/careers.We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Quick Apply

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