Quality Manager - Electrical Construction

Mining Corporation; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC), a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation, seeks a Quality Manager to lead district or project quality with minimal supervision and to develop and implement the Project Quality Plan aligned with corporate standards.

This role requires thorough knowledge of the project scope and schedule as they apply to QA and QC. The position emphasizes ISO 9001 compliance, audits, inspection management, and subcontractor performance across large-scale building systems, with

Qualifications

• 6+ experience developing and implementing construction quality management programs in the Power, or Electrical Construction industry.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO-9001 quality management standards
• Exceptional math, computer, verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with organizational, managerial, and leadership skills. Must be able to manage teams up to 5 personnel, have effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong public speaking and technical writing skills. Must be able to communicate to large groups craft personnel as well as management and client teams
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• Certifications from AWS, CWB, API, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, etc. are advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the Project Quality Plan (PQP), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and participate in related coordination and work planning.
• Oversee quality for large scale commercial building systems, including but not limited to walls, framing and finishes, MEP systems, exterior envelope & roofing systems, and structural components.
• Conduct and manage inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, record control, and inspection tracking.
• Identify, document, and drive resolution of nonconformances and quality issues.
• Support and participate in internal and external quality audits, ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and audit readiness.
• Manage subcontractor quality performance and alignment with project expectations.
• Analyze trends, identify risks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate quality expectations, adhoc training, findings, and updates across the project team, subcontractors, and others.
• Active participation and incorporation of safety expectations and culture into work planning and completion of quality-related deliverables.
• Support executive-level and reoccurring meetings with quality metrics and insights.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

ISO 9001

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

As a Quality Manager, you will take the leadership role in managing district or project quality with minimal corporate supervision. The successful candidate will provide primary technical support to all district and project personnel. They will also manage the development and implementation of the Project Quality Plan aligned with corporate quality standards and implements processes to prevent quality issues. This position requires the incumbent to develop thorough knowledge of the project scope and schedule as they apply to quality assurance and quality control.

District Overview

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation. Since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, Mass. Electric Construction’s philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill. MEC has strategically organized to actively participate in and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.

Location

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.

The initial location for this role is in Virginia Beach, VA.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the Project Quality Plan (PQP), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and participate in related coordination and work planning.
• Oversee quality for large scale commercial building systems, including but not limited to walls, framing and finishes, MEP systems, exterior envelope & roofing systems, and structural components.
• Conduct and manage inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, record control, and inspection tracking.
• Identify, document, and drive resolution of nonconformances and quality issues.
• Support and participate in internal and external quality audits, ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and audit readiness.
• Manage subcontractor quality performance and alignment with project expectations.
• Analyze trends, identify risks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate quality expectations, adhoc training, findings, and updates across the project team, subcontractors, and others.
• Active participation and incorporation of safety expectations and culture into work planning and completion of quality-related deliverables.
• Support executive-level and reoccurring meetings with quality metrics and insights.

Qualifications

• 6+ experience developing and implementing construction quality management programs in the Power, or Electrical Construction industry.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO-9001 quality management standards
• Exceptional math, computer, verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with organizational, managerial, and leadership skills. Must be able to manage teams up to 5 personnel, have effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong public speaking and technical writing skills. Must be able to communicate to large groups craft personnel as well as management and client teams
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• Certifications from AWS, CWB, API, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, etc. are advantageous

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.

Base Compensation: $134,000/yr - $140,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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.