Construction Quality Intern – Field Experience

Kiewit; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is offering a Quality Intern position in the South Central District (Summer 2027) with a home base in Westlake, TX. The role focuses on coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality control activities on major infrastructure projects.

You will learn hands-on quality assurance, inspections, and collaboration with operations to support project success. The internship targets students pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Engineering and requires strong communication, safety

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed
• Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures preferred
• Working knowledge of trades, disciplines, and inspection/testing techniques preferred
• Highly motivated with a strong initiative and commitment to excellence
• Strong work ethic and dedication to doing the job right the first time
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
• Passion for safety and commitment to ensuring a safe work environment
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and goals
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope, quality requirements, and applicable quality plans
• Coordinate inspections and tests to align with project schedules and production goals
• Address client concerns and maintain transparent communication regarding quality
• Collaborate with operations to develop work packs, identifying required inspections, tests, and documentation
• Review work packs for readiness prior to pre-activity meetings and construction execution
• Manage source and receiving inspections for permanent materials and equipment
• Evaluate supplier quality documentation for contract compliance
• Monitor and forecast costs for third-party inspection and testing services; report trends to management
• Perform inspections and tests as directed, ensuring compliance with required frequency and standards
• Conduct verification inspections for designated risk levels and document acceptance #LI-VB1
• Prepare and maintain inspection/test reports and quality records
• Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards
• Communicate test results to the project team with complete and accurate documentation
• This is a field or shop-based position

Skills

Travel willingness

Excellent communication

Strong work ethic

Integrity

Safety passion

Time management

Detail oriented

Independent and collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Kiewit is offering a Quality Intern position in the South Central District (Summer 2027) with a home base in Westlake, TX. The role focuses on coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality control activities on major infrastructure projects.

You will learn hands-on quality assurance, inspections, and collaboration with operations to support project success. The internship targets students pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Engineering and requires strong communication, safety