Jose Espana
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Results-driven professional with a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering and a technologist degree in Civil Engineering. Over three years of experience as a Construction Quality Lead, demonstrating expertise in project analysis and quality assurance. Committed to achieving excellence in construction and mining engineering projects, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
QA/QC Lead
Pomerleau Construction
2023.12 - Current
- Collaborated closely with the Quality Control Manager, Project Engineer, and Procurement team to ensure project success and compliance with quality standards.
- Producing, reviewing & issuing Inspection and Test Plans (ITP)
- Overseeing the approval process of all materials and products for the project.
- Develop quality forms and checklist to facilitate the quality of all construction works including, concrete works, civil and pipeline construction.
- Develop a system to ensure timely approval by the client of work stages on site to ensure works remain on programme.
- Production of Quality documents and issuing to the client
- Management of test results and issuing to relevant parties.
- Management of the materials testing subcontractors.
- Liaising with the designers, client, clients' representatives, including the construction engineer in all aspects of quality of works.
QA/QC Coordinator
Pomerleau Construction
2021.08 - 2023.12
- Ensuring compliance with current regulations.
- Monitoring and reporting on all activities, processes, and procedures.
- Developing internal auditing tools and conducting internal audits and reports.
- Conduct quality reviews on inspection and test plans (ITP) and provide feedback to construction;
- Participate in construction kick off meetings to present quality procedures and ITPs and clearly define Client expectation from subcontractors with regards to quality requirements of the work;
- Ensure that any material quality issues are addressed by vendors in coordination with Supplier Quality team and Procurement personnel;
- Train/orient project team members on the Quality Plan processes and procedures;
Material Testing Technician
Paterson Group
2021.01 - 2021.08
- Conducted quality control testing of concrete and aggregates for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional projects.
Education
Bachelor of Mining Engineering Technology - Mining Engineering
Queen’s University
Kingston, ONCivil Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ONConstruction Engineering Technician -
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ONSkills
• Expertise in QA/QC for mining and construction, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and industry standards.
• Knowledge of underground and surface mining, with experience in automation technologies and risk management.
• Skilled in maintaining ISO-compliant systems and conducting audits in mining and construction environments.
• Proficient in managing mining-related construction projects, with strong foundations in civil engineering principles and concrete testing. • Experienced in technical documentation, inspection reports, and quality records, with a focus on mining projects.
• Competent in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Project, and quality management software.
• Proven ability to lead teams, solve problems, and communicate effectively in mining and construction settings.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
QA/QC Lead
Pomerleau Construction
2023.12 - Current
QA/QC Coordinator
Pomerleau Construction
2021.08 - 2023.12
Material Testing Technician
Paterson Group
2021.01 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Mining Engineering Technology - Mining Engineering
Queen’s University
Civil Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering
Algonquin College
Construction Engineering Technician -
Algonquin College
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