Quality Lead

Amico Major Projects Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amico Major Projects Inc. is seeking a Quality Lead for Rail & Track to oversee QA/QC across rail construction activities in Ontario.

You will coordinate inspections, maintain ITPs and quality records, and ensure traceability of materials and documentation, working closely with field teams and stakeholders. The role requires 5–10 years in construction with rail/track exposure, strong leadership, and a solid understanding of applicable codes and ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• Experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Familiarity with quality documentation and field inspections.
• Knowledge of rail/track quality standards and ISO 9001 or similar.

Responsibilities

• Supervise QC coordinators and mentor staff.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and rail teams for hold and witness points.
• Schedule and monitor daily QC tasks for timely execution.
• Maintain traceability of inspections, test results, and NCRs.
• Prepare NCRs, log issues, and track closeout and ITPs.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and quality procedures.
• Produce monthly quality reports and support handover packages.

Skills

Leadership

Inspection

Quality Assurance

Documentation

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Engineering or construction management degree

Job description

• Minimum Salary 90,000
• Maximum Salary 130,000

About Us

Amico is a leading, Canadian-owned and operated construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a strong track record in general contracting, civil engineering and road building, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that shape the communities of Ontario. Our expertise spans major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and critical public works that require meticulous planning, innovative engineering, and precise execution.

At Amico, we believe in fostering collaboration and empowering our team to tackle ambitious challenges head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven project management practices, we consistently deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, regardless of their scale or complexity.

At Amico we don’t just build projects; we build careers, communities, and a lasting legacy. Being part of our team means playing a pivotal role in shaping Ontario’s most impactful infrastructure developments, while gaining hands‑on experience. Join us and be part of something bigger.

Job Description

The Quality Lead (Rail & Track) supports the delivery of quality assurance and control activities across rail and track construction works. The role is responsible for coordinating inspections, maintaining ITPs and quality records, and ensuring full traceability of materials and documentation. This position works closely with field teams and stakeholders to monitor track installationactivitiesincludingalignment,concrete placement,andrailsystemsensuringcompliancewithproject specifications and rail industry standards.

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Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Quality Control Coordinators.
• Coordinate with Civil, Structural and Rail/Track teams to schedule and track Hold and Witness points.
• Assign, schedule, and monitor daily QC tasks to ensure timely and thorough execution.
• Performing visual examinations, witnessing, monitoring, and/or documenting as per project quality and inspection testing plans.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and third‑party inspectors to ensure compliance with approved quality plans and contractual requirements.
• Liaising with Owner representatives and consultants on quality related items.
• Ensure accurate documentation and traceability of inspections, test results, and quality control activities in accordance with project record‑keeping protocols
• Monitor compliance with Inspection and Test Plans, project specifications, and quality procedures.
• Monthly written quality reports.
• Preparation and issuance of NCR’s, NCR follow‑up and logging
• Staying current with industry practices and technologies and seeking new and innovative construction methods and processes.
• Support preparation of ITP close‑out, handover packages and handover tracker.
• Assisting Site Superintendent with some daily data collection tasks.
• Ensure full traceability between design documents, inspections, NCRs, and completion records.
• Liaise with subcontractors and internal teams (engineering, construction, materials) to obtain missing documentation and resolve quality issues.
• Support the Quality Control Manager in continuous improvement initiatives, audits, and root cause analyses and NCR Closeout.

• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Quality Control Coordinators.
• Coordinate with Civil, Structural and Rail/Track teams to schedule and track Hold and Witness points.
• Assign, schedule, and monitor daily QC tasks to ensure timely and thorough execution.
• Performing visual examinations, witnessing, monitoring, and/or documenting as per project quality and inspection testing plans.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and third‑party inspectors to ensure compliance with approved quality plans and contractual requirements.
• Liaising with Owner representatives and consultants on quality related items.
• Ensure accurate documentation and traceability of inspections, test results, and quality control activities in accordance with project record‑keeping protocols
• Monitor compliance with Inspection and Test Plans, project specifications, and quality procedures.
• Monthly written quality reports.
• Preparation and issuance of NCR’s, NCR follow‑up and logging
• Staying current with industry practices and technologies and seeking new and innovative construction methods and processes.
• Support preparation of ITP close‑out, handover packages and handover tracker.
• Assisting Site Superintendent with some daily data collection tasks.
• Ensure full traceability between design documents, inspections, NCRs, and completion records.
• Liaise with subcontractors and internal teams (engineering, construction, materials) to obtain missing documentation and resolve quality issues.
• Support the Quality Control Manager in continuous improvement initiatives, audits, and root cause analyses and NCR Closeout.

Rail&TrackSpecificResponsibilities

• Supportqualitycontrolactivitiesrelatedtotrackinstallation,including:
  • Concrete pre‑pour and during placement
  • Concrete post‑pour
  • Trackalignment,gauge,andtolerances
  • Railfasteningsystems, installation and weldingverification
  • Turnouts,crossings,andspecialtrackwork
• Coordinateinspectionsrelatedtorailwelding,stressing,andalignment.
• Ensurecompliancewithapplicablerailstandards,specifications,andprojectrequirements.
• Maintainqualityrecordsspecifictorailsystems,includinginspectionlogs,testresults,and as built documentation.
• Review subcontractor track Rail joints welding production, track checklist, machine report, weld visual and NDT report and weld map/schedule.
• Review subcontractor documentation related to track installation checklist, Track Geometry prior to the pour, Post pour survey and Slab -As‑built.
• Track the punch items in a deficiency log and support closing

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma from an accredited engineering program, construction management program, or a related discipline.
• 5-10 years of construction experience, with exposure to rail/track works preferred or required.
• Working knowledge of pertinent regulations, codes, and specifications related to construction.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, even in situations without authority.
• Experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality documentation, and field inspections.
• Working knowledge of construction specifications, codes, and standards (rail/transit experience is a strong asset).
• Familiarity with quality management systems (ISO 9001 or similar).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear reporting, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

About the Team

At Amico, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.