Quality Assurance Manager

RailWorks; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Employer RRSP match

Competitive Time Off Policy

Job summary

RailWorks is seeking a QA/QC Manager to lead quality functions on our project, developing and maintaining the QMS and guiding field teams through quality procedures.

You will review contracts, monitor contractor QA/QC programs, and report quality status to management, ensuring compliance and effective corrective actions across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or a combined total of not less than four years of college education, training, and/or technical experience evidencing understanding of quality management in construction.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in a quality management position.
• Railroad/transit/construction work experience preferred with related certifications and training.
• Quality Management Systems Certification preferred.
• Ability to read/reference electrical construction specifications and plans.
• Strong organizational, communication and analytical skills; ability to communicate in writing and verbally.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop Quality Management Systems (QMS) for project, including quality management plans and procedures.
• Maintain and ensure effective implementation of the QMS.
• Guide the project through effective implementation of quality management plans and procedures.
• Review contracts for QA/QC requirements.
• Review other quality plans and implement quality procedures.
• Identify quality trends and issues to management.
• Report status of quality issues to management for progress reports.
• Monitor contractor QA/QC programs.
• Coordinate resolution of quality issues.
• Conduct quality audits internally and with suppliers/subcontractors; ensure recommendations are implemented.
• Document inspection results and input data into quality database.
• Approve incoming materials by specifications; conduct tests; reject unacceptable materials.
• Approve in-process production; conduct tests; communicate adjustments to production supervisor.
• Approve finished products; conduct tests; return products for rework.
• Interface with Client(s) Quality personnel to resolve issues.
• Represent LKCNT on quality issues at meetings.
• Provide training of personnel to ensure awareness of quality procedures.

Skills

Quality management experience

Quality management systems

Team orientation

Strong communication

Electrical specs literacy

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (4 years college/experience)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job ID: 20158

Benefits Offering

• Health & Dental Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employer RRSP match

• Competitive Time Off Policy

Compensation

$110,000 - $130,000 per year

Position Summary

The QA/QC Manager serves as the primary contact for all quality related items and issues associated with the project and plans, performs directs and supervises all quality functions.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop Quality Management Systems (QMS) for project, including quality management plans(s) and procedures

• Maintain and ensure effective implementation of the QMS

• Guide the project through effective implementation of quality management plan(s) and procedures

• Review contracts for appropriate QA/QC program requirements

• Review other quality related plans and implement quality procedures

• Identify quality trends and issues to management

• Report status of quality issues to management for routine progress and project status reports

• Monitor contractor quality assurance and quality control programs

• Coordinate resolution of quality issues

• Conduct quality audits internally, on suppliers and specialist subcontractors, and ensure that audit recommendations are implemented

• Document inspection results by completion of reports and logs; summarize re-work and waste; input data into quality database

• Approve incoming materials by confirmation of specifications; conduct visual and measurement tests; reject and return unacceptable materials

• Approve in-process production by confirmation of specifications; conducts visual and measurement tests; communicate required adjustments to production supervisor

• Approve finished products by confirmation of specifications; conduct visual and measurement tests; return products for rework; confirm rework

• Interface with Client(s) Quality management personnel to resolve quality issues

• Represent LKCNT on quality issues at meetings

• Provide training of personnel to ensure awareness of quality procedures and specific responsibilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or a combined total of not less than four years of college level education, training, and/or technical experience of such nature and extent that, taken in conjunction with any private study, evidences a good understanding of quality management requirements and practices, and their application and us on construction projects

• Minimum three (3) years' experience in a quality management position

• Railroad/transit/construction work experience preferred with related certifications and training

• Quality Management Systems Certification preferred

• Ability to read/reference electrical construction specifications and plans

• Strong organizational, communication and analytical skills and ability to communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing

• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• Strong team orientation, ability to build collaborative relationships with all project personnel

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines

• Works in an office environment

• Frequently sits for long periods of time

• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard

• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual's sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.