Project Quality Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Quality Director, the Quality Manager, Project is responsible for developing, maintaining, and verifying implementation of the project quality program/plan for an assigned project. The Project Quality Manager is also responsible for ensuring that the quality and associated documentation for fabricated items meets Code and standards, jurisdictional, customer and internal requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

• Directs quality activities on a project, communicating with engineering, project management, procurement and fabrication/construction, and other project personnel to ensure QA goals and objectives are met
• Develops a Project Quality Plan to cover all customer requirements to a level of detail necessary to assure integration within the Quality Assurance Program
• Prepares project quality-related procedures to meet Code and standards, jurisdictional, customer and internal requirements
• Participate in Commercial Grade Dedication activities
• Trains quality personnel assigned to the fabrication project
• Liaise with customers, regulatory authorities, subcontractors and/or internal departments on matters related to quality
• Represents the project during quality audits conducted by the customer, regulatory agencies and internal audits
• Identifies quality problems, initiates non-conformance reports or corrective action requests and verifies implementation of dispositions
• Assists in ensuring satisfactory performance regarding the Aecon Nuclear Objectives
• Ensure quality activities regarding fabrication are planned and controlled
• Supervision of all Quality Assurance and Quality Control personnel assigned to fabrication projects

What You Bring to the Team:

• Preferably a graduate of a four-year engineering program from a recognized university.
• At a minimum, a graduate of a three-year technology program at the College Level.
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in quality assurance related to the Nuclear Industry.
• Familiar with nondestructive examination and other inspection techniques related to the construction industry.
• Management/Leadership experience and training.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Computer literate in MS Office, Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Excellent understanding of the following codes of construction:
  • ASME Section III, Subsection NCA, NB, NCD, NC, ND, NE, NF, NG
  • ASME Section II, Part A, B & C
  • ASME Section V, IX, B31.1 & B31.3
  • 10 CFR50 Appendix B and 10CFR Part 21
  • CSA B51, N285.0, N286, and N299 Series of Standards
  • ANSI N690
  • CSA W59 & W47.1
  • AWS D1.1 and D1.5
• Previous working experience with 10CFR50 Appendix B and 10CFR Part 21, ANSI N690 and AWS D1.1 would be an asset.

Certifications

• The following Certifications would be an asset:
  • ASME NQA-1 Nuclear Lead Auditor
  • CWB Weld Inspector- Level II (CWB 178.2), AWS Certified Welding Inspector or ASNT-TC-1A
  • CGSB Level 2 –Liquid Penetrant & Magnetic Particle Technician.

Reason for vacancy: New

Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.