Quality Assurance Manager - Data Center

Kiewit; Point Pleasant (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental andVision

Retirement plans with company matching

Paid time off and travel allowances

Job summary

Kiewit Industrial District in Point Pleasant, WV is seeking a Senior QA/QC leader to develop and oversee quality programs across data-center construction projects.

You will lead audits, ensure compliance with NEC/ASME/ISO standards, mentor QA staff, and collaborate with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations to embed quality throughout the project lifecycle. Relocation or site travel will be required; a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of quality assurance and auditing experience in data center or mission‑critical infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, ASME, ISO 9001, API and applicable ME construction standards.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience managing cross-functional quality teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with QA software, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Project Quality Programs aligned with industry standards.
• Lead and conduct internal, external, and supplier audits tied to M/E systems and commissioning phases.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements, Uptime Institute best practices, and industry codes.
• Manage and mentor QA/QC professionals and auditors across multiple data center sites.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to embed quality processes.
• Oversee audit planning, execution, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Maintain and analyze quality metrics to identify trends and risks.
• Serve as primary contact for client quality representatives and regulatory assessments.
• Support supplier qualification and factory witness testing for major MEP equipment.
• Ensure proper documentation and turnover of quality records.

Skills

Quality assurance

Auditing

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

QA software

Audit tools

Reporting platforms

Job description

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Point Pleasant, WV, US Cleveland, OH, US Louisville, KY, US Columbus, OH, US

Requisition ID:181568

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial District

Department:Quality

Employment Type:Full Time

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors,including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.

Location

• This project is based in Point Pleasant WV.
• Travel and site presence required for project duration (2-3 years)
• Relocation assistance or per diem options provided for project

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. This position will be located on one of our project sites. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as needed.

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Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintainProject Quality Programs aligned with industry standards.
• Lead and conduct internal, external, and supplier audits specifically tied to M/E systems, commissioning phases, and critical-path installation activities.
• Ensure full compliance with client‑specific requirements, Uptime Institute best practices, and applicable industry codes and regulatory frameworks.
• Manage and mentor QA/QC professionals and auditors across multiple data center sites.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to embed quality processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee audit planning, execution, corrective actions, and preventive action programs.
• Maintain and analyze key quality metrics to identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement in M/E installation and testing.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client quality representatives and regulatory assessments.
• Support supplier qualification, surveillance activities, and factory witness testing for major MEP equipment.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and turnover of all quality-related records, including commissioning documentation, ITPs, and system verification packages.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of quality assurance and auditing experience, with significant exposure to data center construction, mechanical/electrical systems, or mission‑critical infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, ASME, ISO 9001, API, and applicable M/E construction standards.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience managing cross-functional quality teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with QA software, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (preferred).

Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.