WSP

Quality Manager, Nuclear Projects

WSP$112K — $154K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10-15 years of experience in engineering, quality, or project management in nuclear environments
  • Expertise in CSA N286, CSA N299, ISO 9001, and nuclear Quality Assurance programs
  • Understanding of engineering design lifecycle and procurement processes
  • Experience in consulting or engineering services for multi-project portfolios
  • Familiarity with CNSC regulatory expectations
  • Strong leadership and influence skills
  • Excellent communication skills with diverse stakeholders
  • Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Willingness to travel and obtain security clearances

Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation and evolution of the Nuclear Quality Management System
  • Establish nuclear quality governance frameworks and policies
  • Ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance
  • Oversee supplier quality programs and ASL management
  • Partner with project teams on quality processes and risk management
  • Plan audits and track non-conformances and quality performance
  • Champion a strong safety and quality culture through training
  • Drive continuous improvement leveraging operational insights

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence high-stakes nuclear projects
  • Access to a supportive team focused on safety and innovation
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology in energy transition
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work location with some travel required
  • Influential role in shaping quality at a strategic level
Full Job Description
Job Description

Lead quality excellence on some of the most complex and safety-critical infrastructure projects in Canada's ERI Nuclear Subsector. As a Project Quality Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring programs meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance-supporting the delivery of projects that power communities and drive long-term sustainability.

This position will ideally be located in one of our Greater Toronto Area offices as the position may require you to visit client sites across Ontario as needed.

Your Impact
  • Lead the development and implementation of project-specific Quality Management Plans aligned with nuclear regulatory requirements and client expectations
  • Drive compliance with CSA N299 / NQA-1 or equivalent nuclear quality standards across all project phases
  • Establish, monitor, and continuously improve quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure zero-defect delivery
  • Conduct internal and external audits, inspections, and surveillance activities, ensuring adherence to regulatory and contractual obligations
  • Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to embed quality practices into project execution
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate quality risks through proactive planning and corrective/preventative action programs
  • Mentor and guide project teams on best practices in quality management, fostering a strong culture of safety and excellence
  • Support client and regulatory interactions, ensuring transparency, alignment, and confidence in project deliverables
  • Collaborate with Corporate Quality Management team to ensure all programs are met per WSP and industry standards

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • 10-15 years of experience in engineering, quality, or project management, including direct exposure to nuclear sector environments
  • Extensive experience in quality management within the nuclear, energy, or other highly regulated industries
  • Strong working knowledge of nuclear quality standards such as CSA N299, N286, ISO 9001, or NQA-1
  • Proven ability to lead audits, inspections, and compliance reviews in complex project environments
  • Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects
  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and documentation requirements within the Canadian nuclear sector
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams
  • Professional designation or certification in quality (e.g., ASQ CQE/CQA) considered an asset
  • Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
  • Willingness to travel within Canada and eligibility to obtain required security clearances

Compensation
  • BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $122,900 - $162,800
  • MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400
  • Atlantic Provinces & QC: $111,000 - $147,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Lead Quality in Nuclear?

Step into a role where your expertise shapes safety, compliance, and innovation in one of the world's most critical industries. Join a team that values precision, accountability, and impact-and help define the future of nuclear quality with WSP.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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