Quality Manager

Aecon Concessions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions in Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the development, implementation, and governance of the Quality Program across a major project. You will provide leadership to site quality staff, ensuring audits, document control, and supplier assurance meet requirements.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in quality, 5 in management, experience with large civil infrastructure, and ISO 9001 familiarity. A B.Sc.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in quality with 5 years in management.
• Experience on large, complex civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience with joint venture partnerships.
• Experience with public sector clients and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Review and revise the Project Specific Quality Management Plan.
• Coordinate internal and external quality audits.
• Develop and implement Inspection and Test Plans.
• Ensure QA records and material certifications are retained.
• Lead quality training for construction staff.
• Interface with project owners and regulators.

Skills

Quality management

Infrastructure experience

Auditing

Team leadership

ISO 9001 knowledge

Education

B.Sc. in civil engineering

CET or related field

Tools

Internal audit programs

Job description

Location:

Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Operating Sector: Major Projects West

Position Title: Quality Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What Is The Opportunity?

Aecon is looking to grow our team in the Vancouver area and have an exciting Quality Manager positions available. If you’re passionate about building the infrastructure that keeps communities moving, growing, and thriving, this is your chance to join one of Canada’s leading construction and infrastructure development companies.

The project assigned Quality Manager is accountable for the development, implementation, and governance of Aecon’s Quality Program across the assigned project site. This role provides functional leadership and oversight to all site‑based Project quality staff, ensuring consistent and compliant quality requirements including oversight of audits, document control, management assessments, and supplier/source assurance activities.The Manager will also interface with clients, regulators, joint‑venture partners, and senior project leadership to ensure that quality programs protect the delivery of a high quality end product and protects Aecon’s commercial position.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Review, and revise the Project Specific Quality Management Plan (QMP).
• Take all necessary actions to ensure the effective operation and continual improvement of the QMP.
• Prepare quality audit program and schedule; coordinate and perform internal quality audits of key processes identified in the QMP.
• Schedule and coordinate external quality audits of key processes identified in the QMP.
• Ensure that all quality audits are conducted in a timely manner and follows the project audit schedule.
• Develop and Implement the Inspection and Test Plans and accompanying checklists.
• Ensure quality inspection reports and daily reports are performed by the Quality Field Staff
• Liaise with the Project Quality Manager and Owner.
• Act as the project representative on all matters relating to the QMP.
• Understand and be familiar with the ISO 9001 Standard.
• Ensure that relevant records are maintained and retained as identified in the QMP.
• Ensure that all material certifications and/or material test results are obtained, where applicable, and are acceptable prior to incorporation of the material into the Project Work.
• Develop and implement a program for correction, prevention, and corrective action when applicable, for Non-Compliances related to the QMP and project requirements.
• Carry out quality training for all Construction staff.
• Carry out all other responsibilities in accordance with project requirements and/or Good Industry Practice.
• Perform project closeout duties to address deficiencies and quality documentation for turnover to the Owner.
• Verification of procurement documents of procured items and services for construction and installation work.

What You Bring To The Team:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in quality, with 5 years of experience in a management level role
• Experience working on large, complex civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with joint venture partnerships.
• Experience working with public, department of transportation clients.Experience overseeing a team of coordinators and inspectors.
• Experience and knowledge with Internationally Recognized Codes & Standards.
• Experience with managing a Quality Team, interfacing with Project Team and customer representatives.
• Experience interfacing with project owners.
• Experience in developing and/or managing audit systems.
• Experience with quality control forconcrete, shotcrete, grout, earthworks, welding and coatings.
• Understanding of rules and regulations on a construction site, particularly withlarge scale heavy civil projects such as earthworks, structures, marine and/or bridge infrastructure projects.
• B.Sc. in civil engineering or a CET, or related field would be an asset.
• Must be certified as an internal or lead auditor to ISO 9001:2015.
• Flexible and well organized, detail oriented and multi-tasked.
• Strong communication skills, written and oral.
• Excellent ability to clearly explain advanced technical issues in manner that is easily understood.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work.

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.