Project Quality Manager

About the role

The Project Quality Manager will apply technical proficiency to solutions for architectural problems and coordinate related project activities under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project Quality Plans (QPs)
• Review contracts to identify quality-related deliverables and ensure project's quality approach is embedded early in the project lifecycle
• Analyze Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QC/QA) plans submitted by subconsultants and recommend adjustments if necessary
• Conduct detailed quality assurance reviews of work products and certify compliance with the project's Quality Plan
• Lead subconsultant quality assessments to validate adherence to project and corporate quality standards
• Participate in client- or owner-led external audits, provide project documentation, respond to inquiries, and represent project's quality processes
• Document all project non-conformances and track, communicate, and resolve issues in alignment with corporate procedures
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive quality documentation, including reports, logs, trackers, and project quality bulletins
• Report all quality-related events, including near misses and incidents, to appropriate internal stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement efforts by contributing insights, participating in discussions, and helping project teams identify opportunities to enhance processes and outcomes
• Train project teams on AtkinsRéalis US quality requirements, project-specific procedures, and client-driven expectations
• Provide ongoing quality management consultation and direction to project design consultants, construction management teams, sub-consultants, and supplier/contractor organizations
• Guide multidisciplinary project teams and emerging quality professionals, helping them navigate corporate processes, understand project constraints, and develop strong quality-focused decision-making skills
• Participate in quality-related discussions and assist in problem-solving when quality events or issues emerge
• Ensure effective use of digital quality tools throughout the project
• Store all quality-related documentation in project directories using standardized structure and naming conventions
• Recommend system improvements and implement required corporate updates
• Communicate quality issues, concerns, and emerging risks to Senior Project Quality Managers or the Quality Group
• Coordinate and interface regularly with senior project managers, technical managers, senior technical professionals, project teams, and senior quality managers
• Attend meetings with clients, subconsultant leaders, and contractor teams, representing the project's quality approach, documenting feedback, and ensuring stakeholder expectations are understood and incorporated into project execution

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in quality auditing
• 3–7 years of QC/QA experience
• Bachelor's degree or five years of experience in engineering, business, architecture, or a science-related field
• Proficiency with ProjectWise, Bluebeam, MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Analytical, detail-oriented, confident, and persistent personality
• Leadership and management capabilities
• Ability to conduct and develop training
• Familiarity with ISO 9001

Qualifications

• Preferred certifications include: American Society for Quality (ASQ) certification as a quality auditor and ASQ certification as manager of quality/organization excellence

Skills

• Technical proficiency in quality auditing and QC/QA
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off and leaves of absence options
• Flexible work options
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits

Pay

Expected compensation range is between $104,000-$173,300 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time