Quality Specialist 2

JE Dunn; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn is seeking a Quality Specialist 2 in Charlotte, NC. This role involves monitoring and coordinating the project quality program, reviewing documents, attending meetings, and conducting inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and have 2+ years of construction experience. The role may require occasional travel and non-traditional hours. Join JE Dunn to contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years construction experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours.
• May require periods of overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Completes routine activities to monitor and coordinate project quality.
• Reviews documents and conducts walk-through inspections.
• Collaborates with suppliers to establish quality standards.

Skills

Ability to perform work accurately and completely

Communication skills, verbal and written

Proficiency in MS Office

Ability to conduct effective presentations

Ability to read drawings, specifications, building codes

Knowledge of material and field testing for QA processes

Knowledge of construction assemblies

Proficiency in basic JE Dunn construction software

Basic knowledge of construction trades

Ability to build relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management or related field

Job description

Role Summary

The Quality Specialist 2 will complete routine activities to monitor and coordinate the project quality program. This position will be responsible for reviewing documents, attending meetings, conducting walk-through inspections and investigating non-compliant conditions. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
• Career Path: Senior Quality Specialist

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and setting an example for others
• Participates in the Project Specific Quality Plan, Project Specific Water Intrusion Plan, and Project Quality Status Report
• Ensures that comprehensive documentation of quality assurance processes, test results and corrective actions taken
• Collaborates with suppliers to establish and maintain quality standards for incoming materials
• Gains knowledge of design documents in order to identify potential quality problems to assist in developing constructability review reports
• Develops performance of project site observations to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality and timely manner
• Develops comprehension of how to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies
• Utilizes basic understanding of project Contract Documents
• Attends pre-planning, pre-installation and progress meetings
• Conducts regular walk-through observations of construction sites to ensure compliance with the contract documents, manufacturers’ instructions and industry standards
• Investigates non-compliant conditions; confers with supervisor or other Quality team staff members to determine root cause and provide recommendations in work processes to eliminate reoccurrence
• Identifies and reports Major Quality Issues (MQI) on projects to management and supports corrective action
• Utilizes internal quality assurance systems and tools to prepare reports for field superintendents, project managers and subcontractors detailing compliant and non-compliant quality conditions
• Assists with the documentation of quality related information
• May conduct basic constructability reviews under direct supervision
• May help schedule and witness third party compliance inspections and performance verification testing
• May assist in coordinating other JE Dunn teams, including VDC, Quality Group, Safety, Offsite prefabrication, and Self-Perform

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

QUALITY SPECIALIST 2

In addition, this position would be responsible for:

• Ensures Project Specific Quality Plans are established, accountability is assigned to the appropriate individuals for each task and the Plan is regularly updated
• Ensures Project Specific Water Intrusion Plan are established, accountability is assigned to the appropriate individuals for each task and the Plan is regularly updated
• Ensures the Project Quality Status Report is completed prior to the Monthly Project Review Meeting
• Participates in creating National Initiatives such as Quality Assurance Manual Updates, Quality Broadcasts, Quality University, etc.
• Ensures all Major Quality Issues are listed and up-to-date on the Project Quality Status Report
• Monitors trade partner quality programs and recommends improvements
• May be assigned as the quality representative on a single project or multiple projects
• Develops relationships with cross-functional partners to enhance the performance of the quality function on projects
• Supports larger or more complex quality investigations
• Implements quality scope of work on smaller projects or portions of larger projects
• Stays up to date on industry standards, regulations and company policies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to conduct effective presentations
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, building codes and other technical product and material data
• Knowledge of material and field testing for QA processes
• Knowledge of construction assemblies for a variety of construction systems
• Proficiency in basic JE Dunn construction and quality software tools
• Basic knowledge of construction trades and scopes of work
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management or related field (Preferred).
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 2+ years construction experience (Preferred).
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs
• May require periods of overnight travel
• Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Occasional activity: Bending, Reaching above Shoulder

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

Requisition ID: 62029

JE Dunn is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

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