Field Quality Assurance Specialist

Kiewit; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist for our South Central District. You will coordinate quality control activities, witness inspections when needed, and document QA/QC efforts across field and shop settings.

Relocation and travel may be required as projects vary; the role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and building strong team communication to ensure compliance with standards and contract documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or related field; 0–2 years of experience.
• Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures.
• Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus.
• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

Willingness to travel

Relocation flexibility

Quality control

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or related field

Tools

Inspection techniques

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist for our South Central District. You will coordinate quality control activities, witness inspections when needed, and document QA/QC efforts across field and shop settings.

Relocation and travel may be required as projects vary; the role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and building strong team communication to ensure compliance with standards and contract documents.