Project Management Lead - Quality Management System

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category : Continuous improvement and project management

Job posting ID : 8065

​Employment status : Temporary full-time

Position's anticipated start date :  2026-02-02

Position's anticipated end date : 2027-03-31

Classification : PTS

Salary / Rate of pay : $80,078 - $94,028

Application deadline : 2026-01-09

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements :

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About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a  Temporary Full-time Project Management Lead - Quality Management System  to join our dynamic Quality Management System (QMS) team.

The QMS team provides leadership in advancing and maturing our quality management system, enabling the organization through effective, efficient, and timely services as well as subject-matter expertise in quality and regulatory matters

In this role, you will report to the Associate Director, Quality Improvement and serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, quality teams, and operational units to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with established quality standards. You will lead and manage quality improvement projects from initiation through completion, monitoring progress, preparing reports, and communicating updates to leadership and key stakeholders as required.

You will also support efficiency improvements within established QMS processes, leveraging your strong understanding of applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as defined by regulatory bodies. Your expertise in the theory and application of Design Control and Project Management Life Cycle will be critical to effectively integrating these principles within the Quality Management System.

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Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.

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