Project Specialist I

QAI Job Number: QAIPSBPMED
JOB TITLE: Project Specialist (Building Products)
LOCATION: Medley FL
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
CATEGORY: Doors & Windows

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1995 by a group of experienced certification and testing experts QAI is an independent thirdparty testing inspection and certification organization that serves the building technology and construction industries (among others) with costeffective solutions through our inhouse capabilities/services and an established worldwide network of qualified affiliates. The QAI name and logo have become wellrecognized throughout the Certification world resulting in steady growth of our Certification Testing and Inspection business streams.

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

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

• 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 identify 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 cando attitude.
• Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or its designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess Bachelors degree in a related engineering discipline (Construction Civil Mechanical Architectural Structural etc. or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of 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.
• Possess the ability to read understand and apply technical standards towards product certification testing and inspection projects.
• Knowledge of the Canadian and/or US building codes and referenced nationally recognized standards is a benefit.
• 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 good interpersonal and communication skills.

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 multitask 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 drivers 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

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 longterm 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/careersor reach out to the recruitment team at.

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.

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