District Quality Manager - Northwest District

Company: Kiewit
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

District Quality Manager - Northwest DistrictLocation: Anchorage, AK, US; Honolulu, HI, US; Vancouver, WA, US; Bend, OR, USRequisition ID: 174304Job Level: Senior LevelHome District/Group: Northwest DistrictDepartment: QualityMarket: TransportationEmployment Type: Full TimePosition OverviewKiewit's Northwest District is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. We primarily perform civil infrastructure projects including earthmoving, dams, roadways, water resources, concrete paving, and underground utilities. We are looking for hardworking individuals with a passion for construction who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty!Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain effective communications and relations with district management, project management teams, and client representatives as required.
• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and supervise district and project quality control personnel (including quality inspectors and quality managers).
• Coordinate quality control staffing needs on projects and assign qualified personnel.
• Assist project teams in the development of the Project Quality Plan and participate in project start-up and job planning. Assist in identifying the proper Inspection and Test Plans (ITP's), checklists, and other documentation for the project.
• Approve Project Quality Plans and quality risk assessments.
• Monitor and report district quality incidents.
• Support projects with technical reviews and interpretation of construction codes and standards.
• Maintain, update, and distribute district quality documents.
• Undertake training and maintain certifications as required.Qualifications
  • Candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills, have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, be proficient with engineering and project management software, and have excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or similar scientific or technical discipline and 5+ years of related quality management experience, performing functions as outlined above, or an associate's degree and 10 years of related quality management experience.
  • Prior quality management or testing and inspection experience with state DOTs, US armed forces, or other federal, state, or local agencies may be given special consideration.
  • Will also consider candidates with demonstrated strong construction operations background combined with relevant education.
  • Preferred certifications - CCQM, ASQ, CQE, USACE CQM, ACI, WAQTC, ASCE AWS, CWB, API, ACI.Other Requirements:
    • 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.We offer our full-time 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.There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.
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