Quality Auditor | Hudson Tunnel Project

NPAworldwide; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Our client, a leading global consultancy, seeks a seasoned Quality Auditor to support the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). You will develop risk-based audit programs, conduct multi-level audits, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, FTA, and Buy America/Build America requirements.

The role calls for strong stakeholder management, executive reporting, and driving continuous quality improvements across a landmark infrastructure program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management, Business, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in quality management, auditing, or compliance in engineering, infrastructure, construction, or professional services.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits on complex projects or multi location organizations.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (required or strongly preferred).
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, risk-based auditing, and QMS implementation.
• Working knowledge of FTA 15 Elements and Buy America/Build America requirements
• Ability to assess complex systems, analyze root causes, and identify systemic risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive level reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge non compliance constructively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a risk based annual audit program covering program functions, package design and construction execution, partners, and suppliers.
• Plan, lead, and conduct internal, external, and third-party audits, ensuring objectivity and independence.
• Ensure audits align with ISO 9001, FTA requirements, client requirements, regulatory standards, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare audit plans, checklists, and sampling strategies appropriate to project complexity and risk profile.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the QMS and project specific Quality Management Plans (QMPs).
• Verify implementation of documented procedures, processes, and controls across operational and project activities.
• Identify systemic gaps, trends, and recurring issues impacting quality performance.
• Federal, FTA & BABA Compliance
• Assess and communicate potential impacts of identified quality issues on project risk, cost growth, and schedule performance, consistent with FTA oversight expectations.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports for senior management, project leadership, and clients.
• Present audit outcomes, risk exposures, and improvement recommendations to leadership forums.
• Track and report audit KPIs, trends, and closure status.
• Act as a subject matter expert on quality auditing, ISO standards, and compliance expectations.
• Provide guidance and coaching to project and functional teams on audit readiness and quality best practices.
• Interface with clients, certification bodies, regulators, and partners during audits.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives driven by audit findings and lessons learned.
• Contribute to updates of corporate quality policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Promote a strong quality culture and ethical, independent audit practices across the organization.

Skills

Quality auditing

ISO 9001 knowledge

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Executive reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management, Business, or related discipline

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Quality Auditor for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Quality Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our client's purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a risk based annual audit program covering program functions, package design and construction execution, partners, and suppliers.
• Plan, lead, and conduct internal, external, and third-party audits, ensuring objectivity and independence.
• Ensure audits align with ISO 9001, FTA requirements, client requirements, regulatory standards, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare audit plans, checklists, and sampling strategies appropriate to project complexity and risk profile.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the QMS and project specific Quality Management Plans (QMPs).
• Verify implementation of documented procedures, processes, and controls across operational and project activities.
• Identify systemic gaps, trends, and recurring issues impacting quality performance.
• Federal, FTA & BABA Compliance
• Assess and communicate potential impacts of identified quality issues on project risk, cost growth, and schedule performance, consistent with FTA oversight expectations.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports for senior management, project leadership, and clients.
• Present audit outcomes, risk exposures, and improvement recommendations to leadership forums.
• Track and report audit KPIs, trends, and closure status.
• Act as a subject matter expert on quality auditing, ISO standards, and compliance expectations.
• Provide guidance and coaching to project and functional teams on audit readiness and quality best practices.
• Interface with clients, certification bodies, regulators, and partners during audits.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives driven by audit findings and lessons learned.
• Contribute to updates of corporate quality policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Promote a strong quality culture and ethical, independent audit practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management, Business, or related discipline. Experience
• 8+ years of progressive experience in quality management, auditing, or compliance, preferably in engineering, infrastructure, construction, or professional services environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits on complex projects or multi location organizations.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (required or strongly preferred)
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, risk-based auditing, and QMS implementation.
• Working knowledge of FTA 15 Elements and Buy America/Build America requirements
• Ability to assess complex systems, analyze root causes, and identify systemic risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive level reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge non compliance constructively.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

The estimated starting salary for this position is $150k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation
• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).

We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Salary

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 140000

Salary Max : $ 160000

Currency Type : USD