Quality Manager I

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Washington; On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group is seeking a Quality Manager I for a Federal Building project in Patuxent, MD. You will implement and oversee the QMS, ensure compliance with contract requirements, and mentor project teams in quality procedures.

You will lead inspection/testing plans, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with operations, design partners and clients to protect quality, safety and profitability.

Qualifications

• AEC Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent field experience with relevant certifications
• USACE/NAVFAC/NRC Construction Quality Management certification preferred but not required
• Certifications for testing and inspection as required to verify procedures

Responsibilities

• Quality champion for project(s), ensuring quality of works, materials, documentation and close-out
• Coach and train project staff in quality management principles and requirements
• Lead quality processes: planning, pre-activity meetings, material control, incident reports, inspections
• Establish and report KPIs and QIRs to drive continuous improvement
• Audit project quality programs and provide feedback to improve ownership and non-conformances
• Direct inspections, testing and documentation; schedule tests with operations, consultants, labs and client
• Develop project-specific inspection/test plans and quality control procedures
• Support risk management strategies to improve profitability and reduce risk
• Maintain relationships with owners, clients, subs and stakeholders to resolve issues

Skills

Quality management

Team coaching

Auditing

KPIs & QIRs

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in AEC or related field

Tools

USACE/NAVFAC/NRC QM certification

NICET/ICC certifications

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Quality Manager I for our Federal Building job in Patuxent, MD.

The Quality Manager I is responsible for implementation, improvement and execution of the Quality management systems (QMS) and project specific quality program requirements. They ensure that the design and construction works are planned and executed in accordance with established policies, procedures, systems and requirements of the Company and contract.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex work
• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility in career path & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quality champion for a project or multiple projects, responsible for the quality management duties including quality of the works, material management, documentation and close-out to ensure safe, quality, efficient, effective and profitable project execution.
• Coaches, mentors and trains entire project staff in quality management principles, procedures and project-specific requirements. Serves as mentor and coach to Quality staff to advance their careers at Walsh and improve retention.
• Responsible for leading and managing quality processes such as work planning, pre-activity meetings, material management, Quality Incident Reports, Lesson Sharing and follow-up inspections.
• Establishes, monitors and reports on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), as well as QIRs for project teams to ensure continuous improvement. Analyzes project KPIs, evaluates trends and provides improvement strategies.
• Routinely audits project quality programs seeking continuous improvement utilizing Project QC Evaluation and other auditing tools. Provides feedback to Operations and Quality Management of major QIRs, project team relationships, owner/client perceptions, and overall quality management recurring non-conformances.
• Directs inspection, testing and documentation of the works. Schedules inspection and testing with coordination between operations, consultants, material laboratories and Client.
• Creates and implements project specific inspection and test plans, quality control plans and other procedures as necessary. Additionally, supports with material specification review such as concrete mix design, thermal control and other quality specialized elements.
• Responsible for risk management strategy that helps projects improve profitability by reducing risk and improving efficiency via process management and risk mitigation.
• Maintains relationships with owners, Clients, subcontractors, design partners and stakeholders to support project partnering and issue resolution.
• Supports Site Safety to ensure that projects are completed in accordance with established safety procedures, requirements and goals.
• Monitors project quality costs including resources while working to better as-bid budgets. Provides feedback to optimize project billing returns, risk reporting and testing accuracy, while protecting Walsh from claim exposure. Monitors and reports rework costs via QIR system.

QUALIFICATIONS

• AEC Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent related field experience with International Code Counsel, NICET, etc. Current certification required
• USACE/NAVFAC/NRC Construction Quality Management certification preferred but not required
• Industry certifications for testing and inspection as required to review and certify that the test, inspection, and procedures satisfy requirements
• Limited travel for projects as necessary
• Salary range: $115,000 - $160,000 annually
• Level 1 QCM
• Minimum 7 years of AEC experience, with 3 years preferred in a Quality role
• Good communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving abilities, and ability to prioritize, organize and manage time
• Knowledge of standards, specifications and publications of job related duties

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.