Senior Quality Auditor Infra Project Compliance

Arcadis; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

EAP

401K

Paid parental leave

Reward & recognition program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a seasoned Quality Auditor to support the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project, focusing on audit planning, QMS assurance, and regulatory compliance for a nationally significant infrastructure program in the Northeast. You will lead audits across project functions, evaluate QMP effectiveness, and drive CAPA with stakeholders, delivering concise reports to leadership.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 8+ years in quality management/auditing, ISO 9001

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, 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.
• High level of integrity, independence, and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and conduct internal, external, and third-party audits, ensuring objectivity and independence.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the QMS and project-specific Quality Management Plans (QMPs).
• Identify systemic gaps, trends, and recurring issues impacting quality performance.
• Audit compliance to FTA grant requirements and the FTA 15 Elements of a Project Management Plan (PMP).
• Plan and execute audits related to Buy America/Build America requirements, including: material sourcing, supplier certifications, waiver records, change control, and traceability.
• Lead assessment and classification of nonconformances, observations, and opportunities for improvement (OFIs).
• Prepare clear audit reports for senior management, project leadership, and clients.
• Interface with clients, certification bodies, regulators, and partners during audits.

Skills

Quality auditing

ISO 9001

Audit planning

Stakeholder management

FTA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Quality Management/Business

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a seasoned Quality Auditor to support the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project, focusing on audit planning, QMS assurance, and regulatory compliance for a nationally significant infrastructure program in the Northeast. You will lead audits across project functions, evaluate QMP effectiveness, and drive CAPA with stakeholders, delivering concise reports to leadership.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 8+ years in quality management/auditing, ISO 9001