Quality Manager - Rail and Transit

Parsons•Newark, NY

12d

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Quality Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This Program is the most Urgent infrastructure program in the country - a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark NJ and NYC. Program background The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project. As a tri-venture partner with Parsons, Arcadis, and Mace (MPA) is the Delivery Partners (DP)to provide advice, leadership, and support to GDC for the development and implementation of HTP. This is a master service with task order contracts for a 15-year contract encompassing a broad range of strategic advisory services, project management, design management, construction management, stakeholder coordination, federal compliance, operations support, office administration, and related services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
8+ years of proven experience in quality management on large infrastructure projects, preferably tunnel construction projects.
Strong knowledge of quality management principles, construction standards, and quality assurance processes.
Familiarity with relevant codes and regulations governing tunnel construction and underground works.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Certification in quality management (e.g., CQM, CQE) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support a comprehensive quality management plan for the tunnel project, including quality control procedures, inspection protocols, and documentation requirements.
Enforce and refine quality standards and performance metrics to measure and monitor the quality of construction activities, materials, and installations.
Conduct regular inspections, audits, and quality assessments to identify non-conformances, defects, and areas for improvement.
Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, subcontractors, and quality control personnel to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and project specifications related to tunnel construction.
Provide training, guidance, and support to project teams on quality assurance best practices and quality management processes.
Prepare quality reports, documentation, and performance indicators to track quality metrics and communicate findings to stakeholders.