Field Quality Specialist: Infrastructure QA Travel

Kiewit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Quality Specialist to coordinate QA activities on transportation projects. The role involves witnessing inspections, documenting results, and ensuring adherence to quality plans across field and shop settings.

You will collaborate with operations, manage inspection/test documentation, and support cost tracking for third-party services. Candidates should be willing to relocate as needed and possess a related degree.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related field (0–2 years of experience).
• Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures preferred.
• Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus.
• Working knowledge of trades, disciplines, and associated 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.
• 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/relocation

Quality control procedures

Inspection techniques

Communication skills

Integrity & ethics

Safety focus

Detail-oriented

Education

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

Tools

ASQ/CQM/CQA/CWI certifications

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Quality Specialist to coordinate QA activities on transportation projects. The role involves witnessing inspections, documenting results, and ensuring adherence to quality plans across field and shop settings.

You will collaborate with operations, manage inspection/test documentation, and support cost tracking for third-party services. Candidates should be willing to relocate as needed and possess a related degree.