Project Manager, Geotechnical

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading the quality strategy for new nuclear development projects during the bid and definition phases, working closely with clients, partners, and internal s...
Pay Range: $140,000 - $170,000
What You'll Do HereBid-Phase Quality Strategy, Requirements Development & Project Governance
Lead development of the project quality strategy for new nuclear opportunities during the bid and definition phases, aligned to client expectations, partner delivery models, CSA N286, NQA-1, ASME, regulatory commitments, and contractual requirements
Work with clients, partners, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management to define project-specific quality requirements and ensure they are incorporated into bid submissions, execution strategies, design criteria, procurement documents, and partner scopes
Establish the quality governance framework, documentation expectations, records strategy, and oversight model required to support successful project execution and future regulatory and client assurance needs
Apply graded quality principles based on safety significance, first-of-a-kind risk, constructability, delivery model, and project complexity
New Build Execution, Fabrication & Field Quality Oversight
Provide day-to-day quality leadership across new nuclear construction, modularization, fabrication, installation, and testing activities
Ensure work is executed in accordance with approved procedures, drawings, specifications, and hold/witness points
Lead quality presence in the field through inspections, surveillances, and coaching of supervisors and craft
Partner with Construction, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Project Management to prevent defects, protect schedule certainty, and reduce rework on new nuclear projects
Nonconformance & Corrective Action Management
Oversee identification, documentation, and resolution of nonconformances
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action implementation
Ensure timely closure of corrective actions with demonstrated effectiveness
Identify trends and drive systemic improvements across project execution
Supplier, Fabrication & Subcontractor Quality Assurance
Support evaluation of partners, suppliers, and subcontractors during bid and project definition activities to ensure quality expectations, program maturity, and oversight requirements are understood early
Work with clients, partners, Procurement, and Engineering to define quality requirements for major suppliers, fabrication scopes, and subcontracted work
Ensure bid packages, technical specifications, and partner or vendor scopes clearly reflect applicable quality obligations, inspection requirements, documentation expectations, and acceptance criteria
Identify quality-related delivery risks in partner and supplier strategies and support mitigation planning before project execution begins
Audits, Assessments & Regulatory Interface
Support development of audit, surveillance, and assurance strategies appropriate for the proposed project delivery model and quality requirements
Engage with clients, partners, and other external stakeholders to align on quality expectations, assurance approaches, and readiness requirements during bid and definition phases
Act as a primary point of contact for quality-related discussions with client representatives and partner organizations during project development
Help identify potential quality or regulatory gaps early and support actions to address them before execution planning is finalized
New Nuclear Project Integration & Interface Management
Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, Commercial, and partner teams to embed quality requirements across bid development, scope definition, delivery strategy, and execution planning
Support development of quality-related inputs to project risk assessments, partnering strategies, and governance models
Provide input into planning, sequencing, and delivery strategy from a quality and assurance perspective
Help define the quality foundations needed for future system turnover, commissioning readiness, and handover planning
Lead and develop a team of quality professionals (Quality Engineers, Supervisors, Inspectors, Coordinators)
Ensure personnel are trained, qualified, and assigned appropriate quality program roles
Foster a strong nuclear safety and quality culture across the project
Provide coaching to field leadership on procedural adherence and quality expectations
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct oversight of Quality Engineers, Quality Supervisors, Inspectors, and Coordinators
Functional leadership to project personnel on quality-related matters
Influence across cross-functional teams (Construction, Engineering, Procurement)
What You Bring to the Team
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
Professional certification (P.Eng., CQE, ASQ, etc.) considered an asset
10+ years of progressive experience in quality, engineering, or construction within nuclear or other highly regulated project environments
Demonstrated experience developing quality strategies, requirements, and governance approaches for nuclear new build, refurbishment, major modifications, or other complex highly regulated project scopes
Experience supporting large, complex EPC or infrastructure projects, with strong preference for new nuclear development, first-of-a-kind delivery, or major nuclear construction programs
Strong understanding of nuclear codes, standards, regulatory expectations, and QA program requirements applicable to new nuclear projects
Strong experience translating regulatory, client, and partner quality expectations into practical project requirements, governance models, and delivery strategies
Ability to work effectively in a field-driven, fast-paced project environment
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail with strong documentation and traceability discipline
Combination of site, office, and fabrication facility environments
Regular travel required across project locations, vendor sites, and offices
Field presence required to support construction and execution activities
Champion a strong nuclear safety and quality culture
Demonstrate accountability, integrity, and procedural discipline
Act with a “right-first-time” mindset
Collaborate across functions to achieve project outcomes
Reason for vacancy: New
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.
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