Quality Inspector - Welding - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit • Lenexa, KS

12d

About The Position

The Quality Inspector, Welding ensures welding activities and related construction work meet project specifications, quality standards, applicable industry codes, and company and client requirements. The inspector performs inspections, verifies compliance with approved welding procedures, reviews quality documentation, and supports project teams in delivering safe, reliable, high-quality construction projects.

Working with construction, engineering, and quality teams, the inspector identifies issues, supports corrective actions, and helps ensure welding work is completed to required standards. The role may involve work at various project locations and in differing site conditions, with travel or temporary relocation as project needs require.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in welding quality inspection, quality control, or quality assurance within power, industrial, oil and gas, or heavy construction projects.
• Working knowledge of welding processes, fabrication, and installation practices.
• Experience interpreting welding drawings, specifications, isometrics, and quality documentation.
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including AWS, ASME, API, and related specifications.
• Experience reviewing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), welder qualifications, and NDE reports.
• Strong understanding of inspection methods, testing requirements, and quality control procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and quality reporting systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in field and construction environments and access all areas of active project sites.
• Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate as required by project needs.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Ability to work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others, individually or in a team environment.
• Ability to perform work safely and effectively and understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Ability to work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines, and to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Ability to work at various locations where conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• API 577 Welding Inspection and Metallurgy certification.
• ASNT Level II or Level III certification in VT, PT, MT, UT, or RT.
• Additional industry certifications such as API, NACE, CWB, or related quality certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding inspections to verify compliance with project specifications, approved procedures, and applicable codes and standards.
• Review welding documentation, including WPSs, PQRs, welder qualifications, and inspection records.
• Monitor welding, fabrication, and installation activities to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Coordinate and verify NDE testing, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Identify, document, and track non-conformances through resolution.
• Conduct field audits and quality surveillance to ensure compliance with company and client requirements.
• Collaborate with construction, engineering, and project teams to resolve quality issues and improve project execution.
• Maintain inspection reports, quality records, and turnover documentation.
• Support quality meetings and provide updates on inspection results and project quality performance.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across project sites.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor quality oversight activities.
• Support project commissioning and closeout by verifying completion of quality requirements.

Benefits

• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Retirement plans with matching.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed