Field Quality Coordinator

Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 65 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values.

At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few - Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB.

We're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada's Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We're committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.

If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply. 

Vacancy type:   This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Position:

Reporting to the Construction Project Manager, the Field Quality Coordinator will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Reviews new project specifications and drawings and develops Field Quality Plans and Installation ITPs.


• Adheres to and maintains Walters Quality Management System.


• Manages Site NCRs; root cause, corrective and preventative actions.


• Liaises with the various departments, as required, to ensure consistency of service and resolve problems as they arise.


• Assist with overseeing NCR’s from first creation to close out


• Support field team with interpretation of drawings, standards and quality requirements.


• Assist in closing out deficiencies


• Participate in and review quality audits, testing and inspection with GC’s, third-party inspectors.

Work Location:

• Head office in Hamilton ON. Daily/Weekly travel to sites, sub fabricators and suppliers.

Position Requirements:

• Completion of a college diploma or degree in Engineering or similar


• 1 to 3+ years’ experience in the Structural Steel Industry and site installation.


• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (CSA S16, W47/W59)


• Demonstrated experience in Quality Management and coordination of a Quality System.


• Demonstrated experience in the Structural Steel Industry.


• Experience or understanding of the ISO:9001 certification.


• Knowledge of steel fabrication concepts, practices, and procedures.


• Ability to read structural and fabrication drawings.


• Ability to read field erection drawings.


• Demonstrated proficiency in supporting site installation and Project Management in interacting directly with customers, 3rd party consultants, and inspectors.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite of Products, AutoCAD, and other drafting software (i.e. Tekla, Trimble).


• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.


• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills


• Communication Skills – Both Written, Verbal, Listening


• Problem Solving and Decision-Making Skills

Compensation Package:

• Wage: $31.00-$38.00/Hour


• Vacation


• Paid sick and Bereavement leaves.


• Flexible extended health and dental care packages.


• Employee Assistance Program.


• RRSP Matching.


• Profit Sharing.


• Employee Family Scholarship Program.


• Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education)


• Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities.

Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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