Quality Control Manager

at  Forthright Properties

Established in 2011, Forthright Properties is a dynamic and rapidly growing professional property management company with a head office located in Winnipeg. With properties located across Manitoba & Winnipeg, we believe everyone should have a clean, attractive, and safe place to call home.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in a construction environment, including exposure to various weather conditions.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• On-site presence required throughout the duration of the project.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.

Education:

• Certification in quality control or a related field (e.g., Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)) is a plus

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction quality control, estimating, and drawing reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Proficiency in construction management software and estimating tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Quality Control

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems and procedures to ensure that all construction activities meet company and regulatory standards.
• Conduct site reviews of buildings during construction to ensure compliance with quality standards and building codes.
• Conduct regular inspections of work in progress to ensure that workmanship and materials meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and document any non-conforming work across all disciplines and collaborate with the construction team and 3rd party contractors to develop and implement corrective actions. Reporting non-conformance to the Site Superintendent.
• Assist in identifying solutions to ensure projects meet acceptable standards.
• Develop and maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and corrective actions taken.
• Acting as the liaison between the Board of Directors and Ventures for design changes.
• Compiles and prepares the operations and maintenance manuals for turnover to properties.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wood frame construction projects and technical proficiency with quality manager processes and tools.
• Record Property Finishes of each building for maintenance (serial #s, paint colors, flooring, blind sizes, etc.)
• Offer guidance and advice on technical construction matters to the senior construction management team.
• Maintain strong working relationships with peers, trades, project consultants, and other industry stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings to provide quality updates and insights.

Drawing Reviews

• Review construction drawings and plans to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications and building codes.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to resolve any discrepancies or issues identified during the drawing review process.
• Provide feedback to the design team on potential improvements or areas of concern within the drawings.
• Ensure that any revisions to the drawings are accurately reflected in the construction process.
• Standardizing and documenting (lighting layouts, shelving, accessories detail, cabinets, etc.)

Estimating

• Oversee the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead.
• Review and validate estimates prepared by the estimating team to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with the project management team to develop budgets and forecasts based on estimates.
• Monitor and analyze project costs throughout the construction process to ensure alignment with the budget and identify any potential cost overruns.
• Provide input on value engineering options to optimize project costs without compromising quality.

Warranty Work

• 3-month warranty (schedule contractors for any repairs).
• Record work orders for warranty work.

Supervise

• Responsible to oversee the Quality Assurance Specialist, including all manager level functions.

Education:

• Certification in quality control or a related field (e.g., Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)) is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction quality control, estimating, and drawing reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Proficiency in construction management software and estimating tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.