Quality Assurance Specialist - Mechanical - Data Center

Kiewit; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist (Mechanical) for data center projects in Abilene, TX. This mid-level role supports the Quality Managers in implementing the QMS, conducting audits, and producing compliance documentation for critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has data center experience and a strong mechanical systems background, with proven communication and teamwork skills to influence field teams and drive quality across stages of construction.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Quality Management or 7+ years of relevant Quality Assurance experience.
• Data center construction experience strongly preferred, with emphasis in mechanical systems (chillers, cooling systems, HVAC, piping).
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence field and project teams.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and database applications.
• Ability to work in demanding construction environments, including lifting 50+ lbs occasionally and navigating congested areas.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Quality Management System and ensure consistent implementation across the project.
• Assist with developing and executing project quality policies and procedures.
• Support interviewing, hiring, and training quality personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of company standards and guidelines.
• Coordinate activities for Quality Auditors and Coordinators.
• Lead Quality Auditor and Coordinator meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Quality mindset

Education

Associate degree in Quality Management

Tools

Word

Excel

Database applications

Job description

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Quality Assurance Specialist - Mechanical - Data Center

Location: Abilene, TX, US

Requisition ID:181303

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial District

Department:Quality

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) supports the Project Quality Assurance Manager and Project Quality Manager in implementing the District Quality Management System (QMS) and project-specific Quality Procedures. This role plays a key part in conducting routine project audits and assessments, producing and organizing compliance documentation, and ensuring the QMS is consistently and effectively executed.

Experience supporting data center construction and a strong understanding of mechanical systems is highly preferred.

This includes familiarity with major components such as cooling systems, piping, ductwork, and other critical infrastructure typical of mission-critical environments.

As a QAS, you bring a commitment to top-tier quality, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. In return, Kiewit offer major opportunities for career advancement, travel, and hands-on involvement in impactful industrial projects across the U.S.

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 position will start in Abilene, TX

Candidates must be open to relocating as needed.

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.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Company Quality Management System and ensure consistent implementation across the project.
• Assist with developing and executing project quality policies and procedures.
• Support interviewing, hiring, and training quality personnel.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of company standards and guidelines.
• Assign and coordinate activities and schedules for Quality Auditors and Coordinators.
• Lead and facilitate Quality Auditor and Quality Coordinator meetings.
• Develop and manage the annual quality audit schedule.
• Facilitate and maintain the project’s Lessons Learned process and database.
• Review Division Quality Manuals and assist with updates as needed.
• Provide internal quality training and presentations.
• Participate in departmental and division standards meetings.
• Build understanding of ISO Standards and support compliance.
• Disseminate quality-related information across both office and field teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Quality Management or 7+ years of relevant Quality Assurance experience.
• Data center construction experience strongly preferred, with emphasis in:
  • Mechanical systems (chillers, cooling systems, HVAC, piping)
  • Critical MEP installation and commissioning environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence field and project teams.
• Proficiency with computers and software including Word, Excel, and database applications.
• Ability to work in demanding construction environments, including:
  • Lifting 50+ lbs occasionally
  • Navigating uneven or congested work areas
  • Climbing ladders, stairs, and scaffolding
  • Maintaining full range of motion required for field inspections

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• 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.