Quality Manager

About Strescon Limited Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces and the New England region of the United States. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollowcore slabs, precast pile, and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. in Bedford, Nova Scotia. In addition to our engineered precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catch basins. Job Summary Are you a detail-driven leader with a passion for precision and continuous improvement? Strescon Limited is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee and elevate the quality operations at our Saint John Precast and Pipe facilities. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring our products meet the highest standards of excellence—aligned with company goals, customer expectations, and industry benchmarks. As the Quality Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team, drive consistency across quality control processes, and champion a culture of accountability and innovation. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our products and processes, ensuring every project reflects our commitment to quality and reliability. Key Responsibilities Oversee and optimize concrete mix designs, including specialty architectural and zero-slump mixes Lead, train, and support the quality inspection team and batch plant operators Identify and resolve mix design inconsistencies with proactive corrective actions Develop and enforce rigorous testing protocols and quality procedures Coordinate and manage internal and external audits, including follow-up actions Foster collaboration between quality and production teams to ensure smooth operations Manage raw material inventory and cost control for concrete distribution Promote knowledge sharing and workforce development within the quality department Ensure timely coordination of remedials and final product delivery Estimate lab, mix, and inspection-related costs Conduct investigations to support corrective actions and failure analysis Oversee sample fabrication and ensure alignment with production capabilities Perform additional duties as required Qualifications & Experience Post-secondary education in civil engineering, engineering technology, or a related field Proven experience in quality assurance, preferably within the construction or concrete industry Supervisory experience is a strong asset Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings Solid understanding of CSA, ASTM, and DTI standards What We’re Looking For A strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-project environment A clear communicator who can navigate diverse teams and resolve conflicts effectively A champion of accuracy, consistency, and continuous improvement As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming and team celebratory events. About OSCO The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.