Global Construction Quality Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Construction Quality Manager to lead the Construction Global Practice Quality Management System across multiple design-build projects. You will partner with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to embed quality from pursuit to turnover, driving risk mitigation and continuous improvement.

The role requires strategic QA leadership, hands-on field QA/QC, and mentoring of staff to ensure project specifications and regulatory requirements are met in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• 10+ years in quality control on design-build/construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and reinforce Construction Quality Plan requirements with PM teams.
• Conduct site assessments and audits to verify QMS implementation.
• Review subcontractor Quality submittals and ITPs for compliance.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Mentor field personnel on the Construction Quality Management System.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies alongside quality objectives.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical problem solving

Strong communication

Quality management

Field audits

Education

High School Diploma/GED + 11 yrs QC exp

Associate degree in Engineering/Construction or related +9 yrs

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction or related +7 yrs

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Construction Quality Manager to lead the Construction Global Practice Quality Management System across multiple design-build projects. You will partner with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to embed quality from pursuit to turnover, driving risk mitigation and continuous improvement.

The role requires strategic QA leadership, hands-on field QA/QC, and mentoring of staff to ensure project specifications and regulatory requirements are met in a dynamic,