Highway Construction Quality Assurance Manager

Kleinfelder Inc•Christiansburg, VA

About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) for its Christiansburg, Virginia, and Richmond, Virginia, offices. The role requires experience in highway construction management, primarily in the Design-Build arena. The QAM manages and coordinates the Quality Assurance organization on Design-Build projects and reports directly to the Design-Build Project Manager (DBPM). The QAM independently monitors the contractor’s Quality Control (QC) process by reviewing QC data and verifying sampling, testing, inspection records, and compliance with contract documents and the established Quality Management Plan. The position also leads project QA efforts, coordinates audits and materials testing, oversees quality documentation and nonconformities, and certifies that completed work meets relevant requirements and applicable standards. The successful candidate will have substantial highway construction and infrastructure experience, be a licensed Professional Engineer or capable of obtaining licensure in Virginia, and be able to communicate effectively with project stakeholders. Project visits and commuting as needed are required. Employment is contingent on satisfactory reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or education, a motor vehicle report, and a comprehensive background check.

Requirements

Be a Licensed Professional Engineer or capable of being licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Have construction management and highway construction/infrastructure project experience, including inspection, testing, systems integration, power, and communication.
Have 10 or more years of related experience.
Have 3–4 years of project-related experience.
Have knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Have at least 2 years of coordination or supervisory experience.
Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing with contractors, VDOT personnel, government officials, inspectors, and the public.
Have a driver’s license and the ability to commute to projects when required.
Have working knowledge of current software programs used in the industry.

Responsibilities

Manage the QA program to independently monitor the QC process by examining QC data and verifying QC sampling, testing, and inspection records in accordance with contract documents.
Monitor compliance with and adherence to the established Quality Management Plan, reporting directly to the Design-Build Project Manager.
Perform QA inspection and testing of project materials and work, including independent verification of the Design-Build Contractor’s QC program.
Coordinate and manage internal and external audits of quality processes involving designers, design sub-consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers as appropriate.
Lead and direct project Design-Build Quality Assurance efforts in accordance with VDOT’s Minimum Requirements for Quality Assurance and Quality Control on Design-Build and P3 Projects, July 2018.
Develop and publish project QA/QC Plans.
Conduct audits, inspections, and testing to validate the QC Plan.
Visit the project on an as-needed basis.
Manage and coordinate QC and QA materials testing.
Prepare the project materials notebook in accordance with VDOT requirements.
Maintain and coordinate appropriate staff for observation and inspection of work.
Document QA activities and ensure QC documentation meets appropriate standards.
Ensure quality documentation is deposited in the project Document Management System.
Prepare Non-Conformance Reports when appropriate and recommend resolutions.
Manage and supervise nonconformities affecting product quality.
Certify that work shown on the contractor’s monthly pay application is complete and meets relevant contract requirements.
Maintain awareness of safety and health requirements.
Ensure offsite plant inspections are performed by the appropriate entity.
Certify that the project has been constructed in conformance with applicable standards and specifications.
Identify potential projects and clients and market the company’s services.