Requisition ID: 172825

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: TIC Denver

Department: Quality

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a Quality Manager to support our Industrial and Water market, supporting project sites around the country. Our Quality Managers are boots on the ground in the field and work the duration of the project to ensure the construction is performed to the highest quality standards.

In this role, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of a contract-specific Project Quality Plan (PQP) and all other quality related functions necessary to deliver the project fully compliant with the contract documents. The PQM is a member of the project management 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 situations efficiently and effectively, have a Continuous Improvement (CI) and Total Quality Management (TQM) mentality, and takes the lead role in managing quality on the project.

District Overview

TIC is a Kiewit Subsidiary that provides direct-hire construction services for industrial projects. TIC Denver has projects in Power, Industrial Manufacturing, Oil Gas Chemical, and Mining across the United States. Its projects range from small capital work up to major EPC projects. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry in an “open-shop” environment.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. You can live where you want but must be willing to travel up to 100% to project sites.

Responsibilities

Manage the development and implementation, of a contract-specific Project Quality Plan (PQP) Review and approve subcontractor quality plans to ensure compliance with contractual requirements Ensure quality staff is adequately assigned, trained, and qualified to execute the PQP and that all project staff has access to the appropriate quality resources

Responsible for the implementation and oversight of a Nuclear Quality Assurance Program in a construction environment, to include, but not limited to, issues management, nonconformance reporting, subcontractor oversight, internal assessments/audits, causal analysis, commercial grade dedication, inspections, procurement oversight, and commissioning and turnover.

Lead and mentor junior QA/QC personnel to ensure the correct behaviors are developed and reinforced.

Maintain a positive, collaborative relationship with the Client team while understanding their requirements and expectations while continuing to reinforce a nuclear safety culture.

Interpret quality standards and regulatory requirements and define implementation strategies.

Collaborate closely with district quality management to ensure consistent implementation across the company.

Coordinate and perform causal analysis investigations on project-related issues.

Coordinate and perform QA audits and assessments on the QMS, PQP, subcontractor quality plans, and other processes / procedures (which may include other business unit functions). Document findings and assign / implement effective Corrective Actions

Analyze findings to identify trends that could be potential risks to the project. Work with the project management team to develop and implement mitigation strategies to remove or reduce those risks

Promote Continuous Improvement and the timely reporting of all conditions that affect the project

Be actively engaged in operation planning sessions, providing input from a Quality standpoint and ensuring that Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) are developed for all operations

Ensure that all Quality documentation required for project turnover is completed, compliant with contractual requirements, and stored in an organized manner

Routinely speak and /or present at meetings to promote quality goals / objectives and to discuss issues

Perform routine performance reviews with all project Quality staff

Qualifications

A four-year degree, preferred in engineering, science, or technical college degree with a minimum of five plus years of quality experience, performing functions as outlined above for an EPC or industrial environment, or An associates degree in engineering technology/science with minimum of eight plus years of quality experience as outlined above, with at least five (5) of these years in an EPC or industrial Quality position. If no degree, high school graduate or equivalent (GED) with fifteen + years of experience in a related construction field and/or engineering with at least ten (10) of these years in a Quality position.

A thorough knowledge, understanding, and experience implementing a Quality Management Systems (QMS) for construction projects.

Self-starter with organizational, managerial, and leadership skills. Must be able to manage teams crews and/or Quality crews, have effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Strong verbal and technical writing skills. Must be able to communicate to large groups of craft personnel as well as management and client teams

ASQ Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) or similar certification is recommended.

Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments

Working knowledge of construction industry codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements (ASSHTO, ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.) associated with the work.

Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector Cert is preferred, but not required.

Ability to travel and relocate as needed to projects around the country and durations of projects vary.

Manage the development and implementation, of a contract-specific Project Quality Plan (PQP)

Review and approve subcontractor quality plans to ensure compliance with contractual requirements

Ensure quality staff is adequately assigned, trained, and qualified to execute the PQP and that all project staff has access to the appropriate quality resources

Responsible for the implementation and oversight the quality program or assist in the oversight with a more senior Quality Manager, to include, but not limited to, issues management, nonconformance reporting, subcontractor oversight, internal assessments/audits, causal analysis, commercial grade dedication, inspections, procurement oversight, and commissioning and turnover.

Experience leading and mentoring more junior QA/QC personnel to ensure the correct behaviors are developed and reinforced.

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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.

Base Compensation: $100,000 - $135,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 03/27/2024 - 07/01/2024

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Company: TIC