MTA Quality Manager

SRE ENGINEERING DPC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong Employee Benefits

Competitive compensation

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in New York City is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to oversee the Quality Management Program for a significant transit design-build project. The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 10 years of experience in quality management on infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of transit systems and proven leadership skills. The position offers competitive compensation and strong employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of quality management or QA/QC experience on major infrastructure projects.
• At least 5 years in a Quality Manager role.
• Direct experience with MTA or major transit authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Management Program throughout project phases.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management Plan.
• Conduct and coordinate internal quality audits and facilitate external audits.

Skills

Quality Management

Team Leadership

CBTC

ISO 9001

Construction Document Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Overview

QUALITY MANAGER

Transit Infrastructure | Design-Build – New York City

ABOUT THE PROJECT

SRE Engineering, D.P.C. is a certified M/WBE and DBE construction management firm providing Quality Management services on a major transit design-build program in New York City. This is a high-profile, long-duration program involving advanced rail signaling systems in the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens, with a multi-year contract term. SRE is seeking a senior Quality Manager to lead the quality program on behalf of the firm.

Position summary

The Quality Manager is a Key Personnel position responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the Quality Management Program on behalf of SRE Engineering throughout the design and construction phases of the project. This individual reports directly to SRE’s Principal/CEO and interfaces daily with the prime contractor, the transit authority, and the broader design-build team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project Quality Management Plan (QMP) in conformance with MTA requirements and contract specifications
• Oversee quality across both design and construction phases, including document control, submittals, RFIs, and design deliverable reviews
• Manage and lead a team of QC inspectors and discipline-specific quality engineers in the field
• Establish and enforce NCR (Non-Conformance Report) procedures; track corrective and preventive actions to closure
• Conduct and coordinate internal quality audits; facilitate MTA and owner quality audits
• Review and approve Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for all major work activities
• Ensure CBTC-specific testing, verification, and commissioning activities meet quality standards and documentation requirements
• Coordinate closely with the Design Manager, Construction Manager, and Safety Manager to integrate quality requirements into daily operations
• Prepare and submit regular Quality Reports to the owner and prime contractor
• Maintain full quality records and documentation in compliance with contract requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all quality-related matters with the transit authority and prime contractor

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in quality management or QA/QC on major infrastructure or transit projects
• Minimum 5 years in a Quality Manager or QA/QC Program Lead role
• Prior experience on MTA, NYCT, or other major transit authority projects strongly required
• Direct experience with design-build project delivery preferred

Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrated understanding of CBTC, rail signal systems, or transit electrical/mechanical systems strongly preferred
• Familiarity with MTA Capital Construction quality standards and procedures
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Proficiency in construction document control systems and project management software

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certified Quality Manager (CQM) – ASQ or equivalent
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager) – CMAA
• OSHA 30 Construction

What We Offer

• Strong Employee Benefits
• Opportunity to lead quality on one of the most significant active transit modernization programs in New York City
• Direct access to firm leadership and principal engagement throughout the project
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment at a certified M/WBE firm with a strong institutional reputation in NYC infrastructure

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant transit and quality management experience to this job posting.