Senior Field Quality Manager

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time off (PTO)

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group is seeking a Sr. Field Quality Manager to lead the project quality team through all phases of a project. The successful candidate will manage contract documentation, execute quality requirements, and ensure compliance with legal regulations.

A Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in design quality management are required. The role offers benefits like comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years’ experience in design quality management.
• Proficient in Procore principles and tools for Quality Management Program.
• Experience with multiple state codes related to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead project quality team through planning and execution phases.
• Manage contract and project documentation related to quality.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Technical expertise related to design, construction, and procurement requirements

Excellent critical-thinking skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Good communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Leading a team in a project or program setting

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, electrical or civil engineering

CMQ/OE Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence

Job description

The Sr. Field Quality Manager will lead the project quality team through the planning, execution, and close‑out phases of a project. Working closely with project and quality management, the role develops and implements project‑required activities, ensures field quality teams execute quality requirements, and supports the Director of Quality in maintaining the quality management system. The position also provides input on best‑practice lessons learned, participates in internal and external audits, and contributes to the vision and goals of the company mission values.

What You'll Do

• Duties
  • Provide input from lessons learned and best practices for performing project‑related quality activities to aid in the annual maintenance of the QISG Quality Management System in compliance with ISO 9001 and client specifications.
  • Manage comprehensive contract and project documentation related to quality management activities, including reports, records, and audits.
  • Verify that established quality requirements for design‑build and EPC projects (standards, guidelines, checklists) are effective after implementation.
  • Develop project audit plans, including schedule, documentation, and resource requirements.
  • Work closely with Quana Operating Units and subcontractors to ensure that quality plan deliverables are met as planned.
• Monitoring and Oversight
  • Ensure all project quality management activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting of quality performance metrics to senior management.
  • Review and approve quality plans, procedures, and inspection reports.
  • Perform or schedule systematic and independent examinations/audits of project or surveillance program activities to evaluate implementation, procedural execution, compliance, and effectiveness.
  • Assist in identifying and documenting issues that may cause deviations from planned outcomes and develop corrective action plans.
  • Verify that project documents used at the jobsite are updated, maintained, and stored in accordance with project procedures.
  • Verify that non‑conformances are identified, documented, tracked, and resolved and that the site CM implements verification satisfactorily.
• Team Interaction
  • Report to project management on the quality performance.
  • Implement procedural improvements and best practices based on audit results and lessons learned.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality metrics, conducting root‑cause analyses, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
  • Interact regularly with field construction operations teams, corporate operations support, project controls teams, and the client.
• Guidance and Leadership
  • Act as a catalyst for change and improvement in performance/quality.
  • Provide leadership, support, and guidance for quality management activities on design‑build/EPC projects.
  • Lead and provide guidance to team members.
  • Lead quality‑related discussions during project kick‑off meetings.
  • Provide project team QMP training & awareness regarding planned activities.
  • Perform any other duties assigned.
  • Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.

What You'll Bring

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, or associate's degree with a minimum of 7 years’, or 12+ years of experience in design quality management, surveillance monitoring, and corporate/operations/project/quality management.
• Successful development and implementation of quality programs and procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in Procore principles and tools to execute a Quality Management Program.
• Successful management‑level supervision of quality staff.
• Experience working in multiple states and understanding state and local codes related to quality.
• Strong background in safety requirements and environmental considerations.
• Leadership and inspection experience in surveillance oversight programs.
• Leadership expertise performing quality assurance processes and procedures on construction projects involving engineering, material management, and construction activities.
• Technical expertise in managing inspection and testing programs.
• Strong ability to evaluate and analyze objectives and KPIs and provide solutions.
• Advanced understanding of critical path scheduling.
• 10‑hour and 30‑hour OSHA certification.

Preferred Experience And Education

• Bachelor's degree in construction management sciences, electrical or civil engineering, or equivalent experience.
• CMQ/OE Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence.
• Certifications in civil and electrical inspection, testing, welding inspection, structural bolting, testing, and commissioning.
• Five years of experience in quality or construction management of EPC, Design Build, or CMAR projects.
• Ten years of experience in engineering design quality management, surveillance monitoring of production facilities, or construction quality management in the power delivery space.

Skills

• Technical expertise related to design, construction, and procurement requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of construction techniques and tools/equipment, testing, and standards compliance.
• Technical expertise of equipment and material specifications and testing requirements employed at manufacturer facilities.
• Excellent critical‑thinking skills and strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Good communicator with strong interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Confident, take‑charge approach.
• Solid understanding of critical path scheduling.
• Technical expertise in implementing inspection and testing programs for civil, earthwork, power delivery, water/wastewater scoped work.
• Leading a team in a project or program setting.

Travel Requirements

• Travel: Yes
• Percent of Time: 50%

What You'll Get

QISG Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Multiple medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
• 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑funded HSA and pre‑tax savings options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• No‑cost short‑ and long‑term disability
• Employer‑paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Education reimbursement and professional development
• Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
  • Identity theft protection
  • Accident insurance
  • Voluntary life (spouse and child)
  • Critical illness
  • Hospital indemnity
  • Pet insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.