About The Position
The Quality Assurance Specialist supports implementation of the project Quality Management System for building and architectural construction. The role focuses on executing inspections, verifying compliance, and maintaining accurate quality documentation to ensure work meets contract documents, codes, and company standards. The position reports to the Buildings QA Manager as part of the project QA team. The position is with the Kiewit Industrial District, which delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States, including data centers, mineral processing, energy, and water projects. Work ranges from small capital work to major EPC projects. The role will start in Abilene, Texas, or Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Candidates must be open to relocating as needed, and may work at various locations and under varying conditions.
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant quality assurance, quality control, or construction experience on commercial building projects.
- Strong understanding of commercial building systems, including structural, envelope, architectural finishes, fire/life safety, HVAC, and interior systems.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and commercial building codes.
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence field and project teams.
- Regular, reliable attendance.
- Work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively, and 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 deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
- Be open to relocating as needed and working at various locations with varying conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Data center construction experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with commissioning or the closeout process.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate inspections and testing activities with project schedules and construction progress for assigned scopes, including interior walls and framing, MEP rough-ins, finishes, roofing systems, PEMB, windows and glazing, and firestopping systems.
- Assist with subcontractor quality oversight and verify completed work complies with drawings, specifications, manufacturer requirements, applicable codes, and approved work plans.
- Prepare and maintain accurate inspection reports, test records, and quality documentation.
- Identify, document, and track nonconformances through resolution in accordance with project requirements.
- Review material receiving, subcontractor and supplier documentation, and installation readiness for compliance.
- Communicate quality issues, results, and status clearly to the Quality Manager and project team.
Benefits
- Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
- Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
- Life insurance.
- Disability plans.
- Retirement plans with matching.
- Generous paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
