Engineering Quality Manager - OGC Engineering

Kiewit; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering firm based in Calgary, AB is seeking an Engineering Quality Manager to lead the Quality Management System across projects. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of project quality experience and a strong engineering background. Responsibilities include conducting quality audits, managing teams, and driving continuous improvements. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, focusing on compliance with ISO standards and fostering a culture of quality within the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project quality experience.
• Strong engineering or technical background related to assigned responsibilities.
• Understanding of ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Quality Management System (QMS) on projects.
• Conduct project quality audits and assessments.
• Build and manage quality teams.

Skills

Project quality experience

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft PowerBI

Quality management software

Job description

Requisition ID:178801

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit OGC Engineering

Department:Quality

Market:OGC

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

We're looking for an Engineering Quality Manager is responsible for leading the implementation and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with company standards, procedures, contractual requirements, and industry regulations. This role involves planning and performing quality audits and assessments, managing quality teams, providing consultation to project teams, identifying opportunities for improvement, and promoting a culture of quality throughout the organization. This position encompasses roles equivalent to Quality Manager levels 1 and 2, with increasing levels of responsibility, expectations, and expertise.

We are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit’s module fabrication and construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering firm serving oil, gas and chemical markets. Our combined staff of engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the LNG, midstream, refining, and petrochemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-focused engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing oil, gas and chemical team, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPCC delivery model for dynamic process facilities.

Location

This position will be based at our Calgary, AB office. Opportunities for flexible are available.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) on projects, ensuring alignment with ISO 9000/9001 and company standards.
• Develop and maintain Project Quality Plans, address compliance gaps, and drive adoption of QMS practices.
• Conduct project quality audits and assessments, lead multi-assessor audits, and implement quality assurance processes.
• Identify non-conformance trends, execute corrective actions, and foster continuous improvement.
• Build, manage, and mentor quality teams, setting clear expectations and providing feedback.
• Lead staff of up to 10, depending on project complexity, and train teams on quality systems and procedures.
• Ensure proactive risk identification and mitigation on projects, develop risk strategies, and elevate concerns to leadership when needed.
• Align quality initiatives with business objectives, drive strategic improvements, and contribute to overall organizational goals.
• Oversee project and district-level documentation, analyze data to identify trends, and ensure accurate corporate reporting.
• Engage clients and external partners, representing the company on quality matters, and foster relationships to achieve objectives.
• Communicate persuasively across organizational levels, collaborate to implement quality initiatives, and promote continuous improvement.
• Anticipate and mediate conflicts, working to find common ground and resolve high-risk issues.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving skills, address complex issues, and lead innovative solutions.
• Prioritize tasks, manage project quality activities, and handle complex workloads efficiently.Maintain relevant certifications, engage in professional growth, and advise on industry standards and codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of project quality experience.
• Strong engineering or technical background related to assigned responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across organizational levels.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Understanding of ISO Standards.
• Strategic thinking and initiative to drive improvements and align with business objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerBI.
• Experience with quality management software and database applications.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and technologies supporting quality functions.
• Relevant quality certifications preferred: ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, ASQ Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence, Six Sigma Green Belt, etc.

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 deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

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.