Field Quality Specialist – Infrastructure (South Central)

Kiewit; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit’s South Central District seeks an Entry Level Quality Specialist to coordinate inspections, document QA activities, and report quality metrics on heavy civil transportation projects. This role involves witnessing and performing inspections and tests to support project quality plans, on-site or in shop environments.

Relocation and travel are expected as projects shift across the region; prior ASQ/CQA certifications are a plus, with emphasis on safety, communication, and timely quality

Qualifications

• 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
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to safety and doing the job right the first time

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

Inspections & testing

Documentation

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Construction Management

Engineering

Welding Technology

Job description

Kiewit’s South Central District seeks an Entry Level Quality Specialist to coordinate inspections, document QA activities, and report quality metrics on heavy civil transportation projects. This role involves witnessing and performing inspections and tests to support project quality plans, on-site or in shop environments.

Relocation and travel are expected as projects shift across the region; prior ASQ/CQA certifications are a plus, with emphasis on safety, communication, and timely quality