Quality Assurance Manager - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit; Lenexa, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Power Constructors in Lenexa, KS is hiring a District Quality Assurance Manager to support the District Quality Manager in implementing the QMS, work instructions, and procedures. You will conduct routine audits, coordinate audit plans, and drive corrective actions on projects nationwide.

Ideal candidates have senior-level experience in quality control within construction, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel ~35-50% to sites and conferences across North America.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, or related systems-based fields where the final product must adhere to strict quality control standards.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions while conducting assessments.
• Ability to travel ~35-50% to perform operational assessments, attend conferences, etc.
• Strong Proficiency in computer-based technology.
• Occasionally lift and carry heavy items weighing 20 pounds or more.
• Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas. Full range of motion and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Possess thorough knowledge of the district quality program including QMS, ASME Quality Control Manual, Work Instructions, and Procedures.
• Possess thorough knowledge of the district audit and assessment process and scoring rubric.
• Develop audit/assessment strategy across major disciplines to ensure QMS compliance.
• Review audit plans with Project Management and coordinate site reviews of quality issues.
• Monitor QMS implementation and document findings; implement corrective actions.
• Identify district-level and project-level quality risks and help mitigate them.
• Perform risk Level 3 activities as requested by the DQM.
• Share Lessons Learned and Best Practices on Centerof Excellence site.
• Mentor and coach jobsite personnel during audits and assessments.
• Coordinate staffing and cross-district resource sharing for audits.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Construction/quality standards

Long shifts

Travel 35-50%

Computer proficiency

Heavy lifting 20+ lbs

Mobility in tight spaces

Job description

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Quality Assurance Manager - Kiewit Power Constructors

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID:180273

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Power Constructors District

Department:Quality

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Based out of a district office, the District Quality Assurance Manager (DQAM) supports the District Quality Manager (DQM) in the implementation of the Kiewit Quality Management System (QMS), Work Instructions, and Procedures by performing routine audits and assessments on the projects. The DQAM is responsible for identifying, scheduling, coordinating, and conducting the audits and assessments on the projects including soliciting additional auditors as needed.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America.

Location

The position is based out of Lenexa, KS.

Responsibilities

Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of the district quality program including the Quality Management System (QMS), ASME Quality Control Manual, Work Instructions, and Procedures.

Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of the district audit and assessment process. Be familiar with the assessment documents and scoring rubric.

Possess an understanding of the field work associated with each of the major disciplines (civil, concrete, structural steel, electrical, etc.) enough to develop an effective audit or assessment strategy to ensure the work is being completed per the QMS requirement.

Review audit and assessment plans with Project Management and coordinate with them upon arrive to the site to review quality issues that need to be investigated.

Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the QMS, ASME Quality Control Manual, Work Instructions, and Procedures on the projects through routine audits and assessments. Document findings and implement corrective and/or preventive actions. Report findings to the District Management Team for trending analysis and record keeping.

Evaluate trends while conducting the audits and assessments to identify district-level or project-level quality risks. Based on those trends, work with the District Quality Manager to develop and implement mitigation strategies to remove or reduce those quality risks.

The District Quality Assurance Manager will perform risk Level 3 activities as requested.

Evaluate assessment findings and look for Lessons Learned, Best Practices and Continuous Improvement ideas to publish and share with the rest of the company on the Centerof Excellence site.

Develop future leaders by mentoring and coaching jobsite personnel when reviewing findings during audits and assessments.

Coordinate audit/assessment staffing needs and assign qualified personnel to assist with conducting the audit/assessment. Work with other districts as needed to share resources.

Assist with or conduct project quality kick-off meetings when required.

Confirm that jobsites are using the standardized Quality Management System quality manual templates, forms, and procedures. Promote standardization & accountability across projects.

Provide training on the QMS, Work Instructions, and Procedures for jobsite personnel as needed. Participate in Corporate and District training initiatives and programs.

Confirm that the projects have the necessaryquality resources, including codes, standards, manuals, inspection, and test equipment, etc.

Research and answer questions of a technical nature and assist in the interpretation of construction codes and standards as needed.

Support the district and group in quality related objectives and activities as requested by the DQM.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, or related systems-based fields where the final product must adhere to strict quality control standards.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions while conducting assessments.
• Ability to travel ~35-50% to perform operational assessments, attend conferences, etc.
• Strong Proficiency in computer-based technology.
• Occasionally lift and carry heavy items weighing 20 pounds or more.
• Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas. Full range of motion and flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-5 Years experience as a quality inspector, quality manager, or quality assurance roles.
• Experience in utility construction.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Quality Inspector, Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor.
• Working knowledge of construction industry codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements (ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.)
• Experience with data base and spreadsheet management, utilization, and implementation.
• Experience in training, training management, procedure analysis and development, and operational excellence.

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.