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Project Quality Manager jobs are open across construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and engineering, at every level from early-career to senior and director, with specializations in process improvement, compliance auditing, and quality systems management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Title: Quality Assurance Project Manager
Location: MA
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Project Manager to lead and coordinate key quality initiatives in a regulated environment. This role will focus on managing projects related to Quality Systems, GxP compliance, audit readiness, commercial readiness, process improvements, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, knowledge of regulated life sciences environments, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver projects within defined timelines.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage QA projects from initiation through execution and completion.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, action trackers, risk logs, and status reports.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, and Supply Chain.
- Conduct project meetings, document key decisions, track action items, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Monitor project scope, timelines, dependencies, risks, and issues, escalating concerns and implementing mitigation plans as needed.
- Support quality initiatives involving Quality Management Systems (QMS), GxP compliance, audit readiness, and process improvements.
- Collaborate with QA subject matter experts to ensure project deliverables comply with internal procedures and applicable GxP requirements.
- Coordinate QMS activities, including Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, document management, and audit-related actions.
- Develop project dashboards, presentations, progress reports, and executive-level status updates.
- Support the development and implementation of corrective action plans resulting from audits, assessments, and project findings.
- Identify opportunities to improve project workflows, reporting processes, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Maintain accurate and inspection-ready project documentation throughout the contract engagement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of project management experience, preferably supporting Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, Manufacturing Quality, or Compliance functions.
- Experience managing multiple complex, cross-functional projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Working knowledge of GxP regulations and compliance requirements, including GMP, GCP, and GDP.
- Strong experience in project planning, scheduling, scope management, milestone tracking, and risk management.
- Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, and audit readiness.
- Experience with electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS) and document management platforms such as Veeva Vault, TrackWise, or MasterControl.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or Confluence.
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct reporting authority.
- Ability to prepare project dashboards, management reports, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
Job Title: Quality Assurance Project Manager
Location: MA
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Project Manager to lead and coordinate key quality initiatives in a regulated environment. This role will focus on managing projects related to Quality Systems, GxP compliance, audit readiness, commercial readiness, process improvements, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, knowledge of regulated life sciences environments, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver projects within defined timelines.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage QA projects from initiation through execution and completion.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, action trackers, risk logs, and status reports.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, and Supply Chain.
- Conduct project meetings, document key decisions, track action items, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Monitor project scope, timelines, dependencies, risks, and issues, escalating concerns and implementing mitigation plans as needed.
- Support quality initiatives involving Quality Management Systems (QMS), GxP compliance, audit readiness, and process improvements.
- Collaborate with QA subject matter experts to ensure project deliverables comply with internal procedures and applicable GxP requirements.
- Coordinate QMS activities, including Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, document management, and audit-related actions.
- Develop project dashboards, presentations, progress reports, and executive-level status updates.
- Support the development and implementation of corrective action plans resulting from audits, assessments, and project findings.
- Identify opportunities to improve project workflows, reporting processes, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Maintain accurate and inspection-ready project documentation throughout the contract engagement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of project management experience, preferably supporting Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, Manufacturing Quality, or Compliance functions.
- Experience managing multiple complex, cross-functional projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Working knowledge of GxP regulations and compliance requirements, including GMP, GCP, and GDP.
- Strong experience in project planning, scheduling, scope management, milestone tracking, and risk management.
- Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, and audit readiness.
- Experience with electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS) and document management platforms such as Veeva Vault, TrackWise, or MasterControl.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or Confluence.
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct reporting authority.
- Ability to prepare project dashboards, management reports, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin28
- Burns & McDonnell14
- Stellantis10
- Amazon8
- Kiewit5
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services20
- Energy6
- Manufacturing3
- Technology & Software3
- Construction & Real Estate3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project quality manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field
- Experience implementing or auditing ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or similar quality management standards
- Proficiency with nonconformance tracking and corrective and preventive action systems
- Certified Quality Manager, Quality Engineer, or Project Management Professional credential preferred
- Familiarity with lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong written communication skills for producing quality plans, audit reports, and project documentation
Tips for Your Project Quality Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Quality management looks different in construction than in medical device manufacturing. Align your resume language to the sector you're targeting, using industry-specific terminology like ISO 13485 for medical or lean construction for infrastructure roles.
Highlight certifications above generic experience
Certifications like CQM, CQE, or PMP carry more weight than years of experience alone. Place them prominently near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them before reading your work history.
Target openings that match your quality framework
Some employers run Six Sigma programs, others use ISO 9001 or AS9100. Apply to roles where your existing framework expertise aligns with what the posting emphasizes, so your interview answers land with concrete, relevant examples.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project quality manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare metrics that prove quality outcomes
Interviewers ask for evidence of measurable impact. Come ready with specific examples showing how your audits, corrective actions, or process changes reduced defect rates, improved on-time delivery, or brought a project into compliance.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Quality manager roles vary widely in authority. During offer discussions, clarify whether you'll own the quality management system independently or report into a larger QA department, since that scope difference affects your career trajectory and workload.
Project Quality Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project quality managers?
The most active employers for project quality managers right now are Lockheed Martin, Burns & McDonnell, and Stellantis, and the most openings are in Texas, Michigan, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent in construction, defense contracting, and medical device manufacturing.
How many project quality manager jobs are remote?
About 28% of project quality manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on quality systems documentation, supplier auditing coordination, and compliance reporting tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring on-site inspections or hands-on process oversight are typically in-person.
How do you become a project quality manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or a related technical field, then build hands-on experience in quality inspection, auditing, or process improvement. Earning a recognized certification such as CQM or PMP strengthens your candidacy. Progress from quality analyst or quality engineer roles into project-level responsibilities, demonstrating ownership of corrective actions and quality management systems along the way.
Can you get hired as a project quality manager with little experience?
Entry-level candidates can break in by emphasizing relevant certifications, internship auditing experience, or transferable skills from engineering or operations roles. Targeting smaller companies or government contractors with active quality programs gives you a better chance to earn direct project accountability early. Demonstrating familiarity with ISO standards and nonconformance processes in your resume makes a meaningful difference at the junior level.
What does the project quality manager interview process look like?
Expect an initial phone screen with HR focused on your background and certifications, followed by a technical interview with the quality or engineering team covering your experience with specific standards, audit processes, and corrective action management. A final round often includes a hiring manager or director conversation about how you've handled quality failures or cross-functional conflicts on past projects.
Where can I find and apply to project quality manager jobs?
You can find and apply to project quality manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background, certifications, and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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