Quality Specialist 3

Requisition ID: 172109

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: South Central District

Department: Quality

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Quality Specialist for Kiewit, you will be responsible for administering Kiewit’s quality plan at the project and field level. In this role, you will be responsible for assuring that quality standards and procedures are disseminated and implemented by all project teams. You will perform and report on internal quality system audits and assist in the overall administration of internal audit programs relating to quality.

District Overview

Kiewit's South-Central District is one of Kiewit's leading infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, transportation, and water resource markets. Projects you could be working on could include mass grading, drainage, paving, utility and more. Although most of our work is regionally based in the south-central region of the United States, we also pursue various projects stretching across the United States. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry as opposed to design.

Location

Del Rio, Texas

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain effective communications and relations with project management, project team, authorized inspectors, and engineer or client as required.Coordinate quality control staffing needs on the project and assign responsibilities to qualified personnel.Assist project team in setting up the quality site-specific plans, hold points, and preparing for project kick-off and pre-job planning meetings.Assist in identifying the proper Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), checklists, and other documentation for the project.Support the project team in the development and implementation of project quality plans and supplemental procedures as needed.Facilitate resolution of issues by working with the Project Manager.Monitor and report any quality incident to district leadership.Oversee code compliance for work.Assist in coordinating authorized inspection services for the project.Research and answer technical questions; assist in the interpretation of construction codes and standards.

Qualifications

At least 3+ years of construction experience supporting quality operations.ISO 9001 – 2015 and ASQ CQA certifications are preferred. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or a state PE license, OR relevant experience.Ability to travel and/or relocate as needed.Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

Other Requirements

Regular, reliable attendance Work productively and meet deadlines timelyCommunicate 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.May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.