Senior Project Quality Director (Program & Compliance)

Construction Material Testing; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing seeks a Project Quality Manager III to lead quality across a program of capital projects. You will establish the quality management system, direct Project Quality Managers, and own supplier and contractor qualification during procurement.

The role requires senior-level communication, a track record of directing quality programs and staff, and experience with regulated quality frameworks. Occasional travel and leadership in audits are expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in quality on capital projects.
• 5+ years directing quality programs and staff.
• Certifications: ASQ CMQ-OE or CQA; ISO 9001 lead auditor.
• NQA-1 lead auditor qualification a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the program quality management system, procedures, and audit program.
• Direct Project Quality Managers across projects; set standards and review performance.
• Own supplier and contractor qualification, approved vendor list, and quality requirements in procurement.
• Represent the client in regulatory, certification, and third‑party audits; own corrective-action closure.
• Report quality performance, risk, and cost of quality to executive leadership.

Skills

Executive-level communication

Leadership

Auditing oversight

Education

ASQ CMQ-OE or CQA

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

NQA-1 Lead Auditor

Job description

Construction Material Testing seeks a Project Quality Manager III to lead quality across a program of capital projects. You will establish the quality management system, direct Project Quality Managers, and own supplier and contractor qualification during procurement.

The role requires senior-level communication, a track record of directing quality programs and staff, and experience with regulated quality frameworks. Occasional travel and leadership in audits are expected.