Project Quality Manager-TIC, USA

Job Description

Located on one of Kiewit’s project sites, the Project Quality Manager (PQM) is responsible for the development, implementation and management of a site specific quality plan and all other quality related functions necessary to deliver the project fully compliant with all required contract documentation. The PQM is a member of the overall project leadership team, and therefore must be able to work with minimal supervision, interact professionally with the project team and client personnel, have excellent written / verbal communication and conflict resolution skills, manage a diversified workload and challenging situation efficiently and effectively, have a Continuous Improvement (CI) mentality, and takes the lead role on managing quality on the project.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience developing and implementing construction quality management programs in the Solar, Natural Gas, or Oil/Gas industries
• Bachelors or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, welding, civil engineering, industrial or related discipline (preferred) OR comparable experience/military background
• Exceptional math, computer, verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with organizational, managerial, and leadership skills. Must be able to manage teams up to 20 personnel, have effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong public speaking and technical writing skills. Must be able to communicate to large groups craft personnel as well as management and client teams
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate as required
• Certifications from AWS, CWB, API, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, etc. are advantageous

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a successful quality program based upon contract requirements and company quality standards.
• Directly supervise and manage inspection and testing personnel.
• Develop positive and trustworthy relationships with the client.
• Provide technical expertise, troubleshooting and solutions for quality issues.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping is performed, validated and easily retrievable through audits.
• Promote and enforce quality processes with the goal of performing work right the first time.
• Communicate quality control information to all relevant organizational departments, outside vendors, or contractors.
• Ensure that all non-conformance work is properly reported, tracked and documented.
• Research, read and interpret construction plans, standards and specifications.
• Assist with the development of root cause analysis.
• Personally meet deadlines and contribute in a positive, safe, professional and high-quality project.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.