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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
12.2023 - 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
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • 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
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • 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, ON

Civil Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON

Construction Engineering Technician -

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON

Skills

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
12.2023 - Current

QA/QC Coordinator

Pomerleau Construction
08.2021 - 12.2023

Material Testing Technician

Paterson Group
01.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Mining Engineering Technology - Mining Engineering

Queen’s University

Civil Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering

Algonquin College

Construction Engineering Technician -

Algonquin College
Jose Espana