Quality Manager, Buildings | General Contractor | Toronto / Vancouver | Outpost Recruitment

Outpost Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A large general contractor is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee construction projects in Toronto, Ontario. This full-time role requires extensive experience in quality management along with knowledge of ISO standards. The candidate will manage quality processes, lead teams, and ensure adherence to quality requirements on large-scale projects, particularly in healthcare. Interested candidates must be authorized to work in Canada and should highlight relevant experience in their applications.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in quality management on large-scale construction projects; experience with hospital projects is a major asset.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 and/or 9001:2015 quality management standards.
• Experience managing quality processes for design-build projects.
• Experience leading a team of quality control/assurance staff.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Management System, including developing quality control plans, inspection and testing plans, and supporting work methods.
• Assist Trade Partners in developing and maintaining their Project Quality Plans.
• Oversee the implementation and ongoing conformance to the QMS.
• Manage all quality processes to ensure construction aligns with contract requirements.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions, and monitor the QMS for improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate monthly meetings to review quality management status for design and construction activities.
• Liaise with the Client Representative to address and resolve quality concerns.
• Identify, monitor, log, and resolve quality issues and nonconformances, ensuring proper documentation.
• Maintain adequate staffing in the office and on-site to meet quality requirements.
• Support hiring qualified individuals and companies involved in Quality Management, ensuring they have the necessary qualifications and quality programs.

Skills

Quality Management

ISO 9001:2008

ISO 9001:2015

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Leadership

Education

Professional Engineer designation

Job description

Our client, a large general contractor, is seeking a Quality Manager with experience in Quality Management overseeing large building projects located in Vancouver, British Columbia or Toronto, Ontario. Salary: $130,000+. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time, permanent role.

Responsibilities of the Quality Manager:

1. Implement and maintain the Project Quality Management System, including developing quality control plans, inspection and testing plans, and supporting work methods.
2. Assist Trade Partners in developing and maintaining their Project Quality Plans.
3. Oversee the implementation and ongoing conformance to the QMS.
4. Manage all quality processes to ensure construction aligns with contract requirements.
5. Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions, and monitor the QMS for improvement opportunities.
6. Coordinate monthly meetings to review quality management status for design and construction activities.
7. Liaise with the Client Representative to address and resolve quality concerns.
8. Identify, monitor, log, and resolve quality issues and nonconformances, ensuring proper documentation.
9. Maintain adequate staffing in the office and on-site to meet quality requirements.
10. Support hiring qualified individuals and companies involved in Quality Management, ensuring they have the necessary qualifications and quality programs.
11. Manage all quality processes, including surveying and work control, to meet project requirements.

Qualifications of the Quality Manager:

1. 7-10 years of experience in quality management on large-scale construction projects; experience with hospital projects is a major asset.
2. Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 and/or 9001:2015 quality management standards.
3. Professional Engineer designation is a strong asset.
4. Experience managing quality processes for design-build projects.
5. Experience leading a team of quality control/assurance staff.
6. Knowledge of design and construction quality management.
7. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and other operational systems.

Ideal Candidate:

Only candidates authorized to work in Canada will be considered. Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews, and project scale ($) in your resume.