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Quality Assurance Manager

PNR RailWorks • Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

onsitefull-time

Salary: C$110,000 - C$130,000 / year

Posted Sep 30, 2026Apply by Oct 30, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** QA/QC Manager (senior/managerial quality leadership)

**Stack/tools: ** Quality Management Systems (QMS); Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; quality databases; reading/reference of electrical construction specifications and plans

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

  • Develop and maintain project QMS, including quality management plans/procedures; ensure implementation

  • Oversee QA/QC performance (contractor/supplier/subcontractor programs, audits, corrective actions, issue resolution)

  • Manage quality documentation and reporting (inspection/test results, rework/waste tracking, quality trends, client quality coordination)

  • Must-have skills:

    • Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years combined education/training/technical experience related to quality management in construction

    • 3+ years in a quality management position

    • Ability to read electrical construction specs/plans

    • Strong organizational, communication (verbal/written), and analytical skills

    • Proficiency with Excel/Word/PowerPoint

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Railroad/transit/construction experience; relevant certifications/training

    • Quality Management Systems certification

  • Location & work type:

    • Location: Not specified

    • Work type: Office-based with potential overtime; may require occasional walking/standing/lifting/bending; typical construction/project site interactions via audits/coordination implied

Full Description

Job ID: 20158

Benefits Offering

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Employer RRSP match

Competitive Time Off Policy

Compensation $110,000 - $130,000 per year Position Summary The QA/QC Manager serves as the primary contact for all quality related items and issues associated with the project and plans, performs directs and supervises all quality functions. Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Develop Quality Management Systems (QMS) for project, including quality management plans(s) and procedures

Maintain and ensure effective implementation of the QMS

Guide the project through effective implementation of quality management plan(s) and procedures

Review contracts for appropriate QA/QC program requirements

Review other quality related plans and implement quality procedures

Identify quality trends and issues to management

Report status of quality issues to management for routine progress and project status reports

Monitor contractor quality assurance and quality control programs

Coordinate resolution of quality issues

Conduct quality audits internally, on suppliers and specialist subcontractors, and ensure that audit recommendations are implemented

Document inspection results by completion of reports and logs; summarize re-work and waste; input data into quality database

Approve incoming materials by confirmation of specifications; conduct visual and measurement tests; reject and return unacceptable materials

Approve in-process production by confirmation of specifications; conducts visual and measurement tests; communicate required adjustments to production supervisor

Approve finished products by confirmation of specifications; conduct visual and measurement tests; return products for rework; confirm rework

Interface with Client(s) Quality management personnel to resolve quality issues

Represent LKCNT on quality issues at meetings

Provide training of personnel to ensure awareness of quality procedures and specific responsibilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or a combined total of not less than four years of college level education, training, and/or technical experience of such nature and extent that, taken in conjunction with any private study, evidences a good understanding of quality management requirements and practices, and their application and us on construction projects

Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a quality management position

Railroad/transit/construction work experience preferred with related certifications and training

Quality Management Systems Certification preferred

Ability to read/reference electrical construction specifications and plans

Strong organizational, communication and analytical skills and ability to communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing

Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Strong team orientation, ability to build collaborative relationships with all project personnel

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines

Works in an office environment

Frequently sits for long periods of time

Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard

May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending

Company Overview This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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