Quality Manager Jobs in New York
Quality Manager jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food and beverage processing, and financial services, at every level from quality technician stepping into a first management role through senior director of quality. The heaviest hiring concentrates in New York City, Long Island's biotech and defense manufacturing corridor, and the Hudson Valley, where major employers like Pfizer, Corning, and IBM maintain large operations. The most in-demand specialties in New York are pharmaceutical quality systems, ISO 9001 and FDA-regulated manufacturing, and supplier quality engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who is OHLA USA?
We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!
OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities.
- Prepare the Contractor Quality Programs and Quality Work Plans.
- Report to executive management on the performance of the Quality system and make recommendations for improvement.
- Establish and implement quality system in order to maintain and improve quality standards.
- Perform Inspections on Incoming Materials and Construction Activities.
- Maintain and update Quality Manuals.
- Prepare and maintain Quality Checklists, forms, and reports.
- Create, update, and maintain the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports.
- Provide daily QC reports that reinforce activities that are being constructed in conformance with each specific project's established standard and constructively confronts any non-conformance to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner.
- Conduct preparatory, initial, and follow-up meetings to establish an understanding of the standards of care desired for each definable feature of work.
- Verify and document that all materials received for the project are in conformance with the approved submittal, are handled and stored appropriately, and are installed and acceptable for use in the project.
- Assemble and forward project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, as-builts, and warranties.
- Stop work if necessary to resolve matters that affect safety, quality and/or inhibit the logical progress of work.
- Involvement on MTA projects including prior Quality Manager approval.
- BS in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or equivalent years’ experience.
- 5+ years of Heavy Civil Construction experience
- OSHA-30 Certification
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) as recognized by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) or a certified ISO-9000 Lead Auditor as recognized by the Registrar Accreditation Board (RAB) preferred.
Skills:
- Member of the American Society for Quality
- Strong oral and written communication
- Excellent time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Good oral and written communication skill
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
- Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
- Engaging work environment
- And much more!!
OHLA ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.
Minimum Salary: USD $110,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00/Yr.
Who is OHLA USA?
We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!
OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities.
- Prepare the Contractor Quality Programs and Quality Work Plans.
- Report to executive management on the performance of the Quality system and make recommendations for improvement.
- Establish and implement quality system in order to maintain and improve quality standards.
- Perform Inspections on Incoming Materials and Construction Activities.
- Maintain and update Quality Manuals.
- Prepare and maintain Quality Checklists, forms, and reports.
- Create, update, and maintain the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports.
- Provide daily QC reports that reinforce activities that are being constructed in conformance with each specific project's established standard and constructively confronts any non-conformance to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner.
- Conduct preparatory, initial, and follow-up meetings to establish an understanding of the standards of care desired for each definable feature of work.
- Verify and document that all materials received for the project are in conformance with the approved submittal, are handled and stored appropriately, and are installed and acceptable for use in the project.
- Assemble and forward project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, as-builts, and warranties.
- Stop work if necessary to resolve matters that affect safety, quality and/or inhibit the logical progress of work.
- Involvement on MTA projects including prior Quality Manager approval.
- BS in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or equivalent years’ experience.
- 5+ years of Heavy Civil Construction experience
- OSHA-30 Certification
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) as recognized by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) or a certified ISO-9000 Lead Auditor as recognized by the Registrar Accreditation Board (RAB) preferred.
Skills:
- Member of the American Society for Quality
- Strong oral and written communication
- Excellent time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Good oral and written communication skill
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
- Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
- Engaging work environment
- And much more!!
OHLA ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.
Minimum Salary: USD $110,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00/Yr.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
- Transportation & Logistics
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality manager jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical discipline
- At least three to five years of quality management experience in a regulated industry
- Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR, or cGMP quality frameworks
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential strongly preferred
- Experience leading root cause analysis, CAPA, and corrective action programs
- Proficiency with quality management systems software such as TrackWise or MasterControl
Quality Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality manager in New York?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, operations, or business, followed by progressive quality roles in a regulated industry such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or food manufacturing. New York does not issue a state license specific to quality managers, but employers in highly regulated sectors typically require or strongly prefer ASQ certifications such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer. Building experience in FDA-regulated or ISO-certified New York facilities accelerates hiring significantly.
How much do quality managers make in New York?
Quality managers in New York earn a median of about $130,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,960 for the lowest 10% to over $206,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality managers in New York?
Employers hiring quality managers in New York right now include Amazon, Consigli Construction, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical device, and defense sectors generate particularly consistent demand, with large anchor employers maintaining quality teams across multiple facilities statewide.
Which New York cities have the most quality manager jobs?
The cities with the most quality manager openings in New York are New York, Buffalo, and Brooklyn. New York City dominates due to its concentration of financial services quality and compliance roles alongside healthcare and biotech employers, while Long Island and the Hudson Valley draw openings from defense contractors, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and medical device companies with major production facilities in those corridors.
Are there remote quality manager jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're relatively uncommon. Quality manager roles are largely hands-on, requiring physical presence on manufacturing floors, in laboratories, or at supplier sites for audits and inspections. About 44% of quality manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The functions most likely to accommodate remote work are quality systems administration, documentation management, and supplier audit coordination.
How can I get hired as a quality manager in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a quality technician, quality control inspector, or quality assurance associate role at a regulated manufacturer, then building toward a supervisory position. New York's large pharmaceutical and medical device employers, including those on Long Island and in the Hudson Valley, regularly hire recent engineering or life sciences graduates into associate quality roles. Earning an entry-level ASQ certification such as the Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician credential demonstrates commitment and gives candidates a concrete edge over uncredentialed applicants.
Where can I find and apply to quality manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to quality manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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