Engineering Services During Construction - Quality Manager

Arcadis•Vancouver, BC

16d•CA$89,000 - CA$134,000•Onsite

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Quality Manager for the Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) phase of a major infrastructure project in Vancouver. The Quality Manager will lead all Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities and processes throughout the Engineering Services During Construction phase, ensuring that engineering and construction works are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, approved designs, applicable codes and standards, regulatory approvals, and the Project Quality Management System. This role will also oversee Quality Control (QC) activities by managing inspections and testing to ensure all work meets or exceeds project requirements. Operating within a Progressive Design-Build (PDB) model, the position requires active engagement with a diverse group of stakeholders, fostering early contractor involvement and collaborative risk-sharing. Exceptional communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and a “best-for-project” mindset are crucial for success in this dynamic, team-oriented environment. The Quality Manager will play a key role in ensuring the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of this vital regional infrastructure project. This role will sit within our Mobility Global Business Area, (GBA). We partner with our clients across the globe to design thriving and connected cities and communities that enable opportunity for all and keep the world moving. Climate change, urbanization and digitization trends are requiring today’s mobility projects and systems to address an evolving set of demands from the world’s growing population. We design connected, sustainable solutions that integrate existing infrastructure with new technologies, and optimize the mobility of people and goods.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of filed construction activities including coastal, marine structures, heavy civil and infrastructure land activities
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a construction-related field required
Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and methods
Understanding of quality management principles and practices
Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and standards
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications, such as the Certified Construction Quality Manager (CCQM) from ASQ, are highly beneficial
P.ENG is highly beneficial

Responsibilities

Lead the project’s quality management system (QMS) and a dedicated quality team, ensuring that all aspects of quality planning and implementation are rigorously executed.
Develop, implement, and maintain the comprehensive Construction Quality Management Plan (CQMP), ensuring that it aligns with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and recognized standards such as ISO 9001.
Define clear quality objectives, procedures, and standards for all phases of construction and engineering services.
Oversee all aspects of Quality Control (QC), including the implementation of Inspection and Testing Plans (ITPs), and review and approve results from materials testing and field inspections.
Review and validate project documentation—including submittals, shop drawings, and 'as-built' records—to ensure full conformance with design and contract requirements.
Lead and conduct regular internal and external quality audits of construction processes, suppliers, and subcontractors to verify adherence to the CQMP and relevant standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all quality matters, liaising closely with the owner, design team, regulatory agencies, and the Design-Builder/contractors.
Manage the system for identifying, documenting, tracking, and resolving Non-Conformances (NCRs), ensuring that robust root-cause analysis and effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
Prepare and deliver detailed Quality Management System performance reports for project leadership, highlighting key metrics, trends, and areas for continuous improvement.
Proactively analyze quality performance data to identify risks and recommend opportunities for efficiency and quality enhancement across the project.
Promote a culture of quality excellence.
Lead structured training sessions for project personnel, subcontractors, and stakeholders, ensuring everyone is well-versed in the requirements and procedures outlined in the DQMP and CQMP.