Field Quality Specialist (Entry) – Construction QA

Kiewit; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist to coordinate, document, and report quality control activities on our water facilities projects. You may perform inspections and tests, witness tests, and prepare quality documentation for assigned areas and disciplines on the project.

You will interact with operations to develop work packs, review readiness before meetings, and monitor contract compliance with codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years of experience or entry level in construction quality control.
• Familiarity with construction quality control procedures preferred.
• Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus.

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.
• Prepare and maintain inspection/test reports and quality records.
• Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

ASQ

CQM

CQA

CWI

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist to coordinate, document, and report quality control activities on our water facilities projects. You may perform inspections and tests, witness tests, and prepare quality documentation for assigned areas and disciplines on the project.

You will interact with operations to develop work packs, review readiness before meetings, and monitor contract compliance with codes and standards.