Construction Quality Auditor

Kiewit; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Quality Assurance Auditor to ensure full PQAP implementation across projects, conducting scheduled audits and verifying compliance with quality standards. The role serves as an objective liaison between project teams and clients, promoting adherence to procedures and resolving quality issues.

The position requires 5+ years in construction quality/auditing, knowledge of industry codes, and ability to travel to multiple projects in LA, MS, and TX.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in construction quality, auditing, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of construction codes and standards (ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.).
• Certifications from ASQ (CQA, CCQM, CMQ/OE) are an asset.
• Strong understanding of piping, electrical, and major construction disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Assurance Program (PQAP) and Project Quality Plan (PQP).
• Develop and manage audit schedules; conduct independent audits of processes, operations, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Verify compliance with quality procedures, codes, and standards through field observations and documentation reviews.
• Audit third-party inspection/testing companies and ensure subcontractor adherence to PQP.
• Review and organize quality documentation per project turnover requirements.
• Prepare audit reports, metrics, and corrective action plans; track closure of findings.
• Identify quality trends and collaborate on mitigation strategies.
• Provide training on quality plans and mentor jobsite quality personnel.
• Utilize InEight Completions for audit records, lessons learned, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct Audit Kickoff and Closeout meetings.

Skills

Audit planning

Quality documentation

Root cause analysis

Training & mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Effective communication

Tools

InEight Completions

Job description

Requisition ID: 179903

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District

Department: Quality

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Auditor ensures full implementation of Project Quality Assurance Program (PQAP) across projects by conducting scheduled audits, verifying compliance with quality standards, and reviewing documentation. This role acts as an objective liaison between project teams and clients, promoting adherence to procedures and fostering constructive resolution of quality issues.

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.

Location

This position will be based out of one of our projects in Louisiana and be traveling to multiple projects in LA, MS and TX.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Assurance Program (PQAP) and Project Quality Plan (PQP).
• Develop and manage audit schedules; conduct independent audits of processes, operations, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Verify compliance with quality procedures, codes, and standards through field observations and documentation reviews.
• Audit third-party inspection/testing companies and ensure subcontractor adherence to PQP.
• Review and organize quality documentation per project turnover requirements.
• Prepare audit reports, metrics, and corrective action plans; track closure of findings.
• Identify quality trends and collaborate on mitigation strategies.
• Provide training on quality plans and mentor jobsite quality personnel.
• Utilize InEight Completions for audit records, lessons learned, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct Audit Kickoff and Closeout meetings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in construction quality, auditing, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of construction codes and standards (ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.).
• Certifications from American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications (CQA, CCQM, CMQ/OE) are an asset.
• Strong understanding of piping, electrical, and major construction disciplines.
• Ability to manage audits objectively and resolve conflicts professionally.
• Skills:
• Audit planning and execution
• Quality documentation and compliance
• Root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Training and mentoring
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.