Tunnel Quality Manager (Major Railway Tunnel Infrastructure Project – Hoboken, New Jersey, USA)

Protecnium is an international firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently looking for a Tunnel Quality Manager to join our team for a major railway tunnel infrastructure project in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA (on-site position).

• Project: Major Railway Tunnel and Underground Infrastructure Works.
• Estimated duration of the position: 1 year.
• In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

Summary

The Tunnel Quality Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the Project Quality Management Plan for a major railway tunnel infrastructure project.

The role will oversee all QA/QC activities associated with TBM excavation, precast segmental lining, waterproofing, grouting, cross passages, shafts, and associated civil works, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, approved drawings, technical specifications, and applicable standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan.
• Lead and oversee QA/QC activities throughout tunnelling and associated civil works.
• Ensure quality compliance during TBM excavation activities.
• Oversee quality requirements for precast segmental lining, waterproofing, and grouting works.
• Manage quality control activities associated with cross passages, shafts, and other underground works.
• Supervise inspections and testing activities.
• Manage quality documentation, records, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Conduct quality audits and monitor compliance with project requirements.
• Implement and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate closely with the client, designers, subcontractors, suppliers, and construction teams.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 10 hours per day, including a 1-hour lunch break.

Requirements

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience.
• Strong experience in Quality Management and QA/QC within major civil infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience in tunnelling and underground construction projects.
• Knowledge of quality requirements associated with TBM excavation and tunnelling operations.
• Experience with precast segmental lining, waterproofing, grouting, shafts, and associated civil works.
• Strong knowledge of inspections, testing procedures, quality documentation, and non-conformance management.
• Experience conducting audits and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to interpret contractual requirements, approved drawings, technical specifications, and applicable standards.
• Strong leadership, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• English level: C1 (Advanced).

Benefits

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days + 5 working days of sick leave (100% salary).
• Travel: Round-trip flight at the beginning and end of the project if necessary.
• Hotel: 15 days of accommodation if necessary.
• Vehicle provided.
• Gas provided for work-related travel.
• Company laptop provided.
• Company phone provided.
• Private medical insurance: 50% covered by the company.

The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.