Quality Manager II - Mining

Sundt•Yellow Pine, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Manager II is an experienced quality leader responsible for managing quality assurance and quality control operations on large-scale or technically complex projects. The role leads implementation of quality systems, oversees inspection and documentation processes, and drives continuous improvement across project teams. The Quality Manager II serves as a key liaison among project stakeholders, field operations, subcontractors, and clients to ensure work complies with contractual, regulatory, and company quality standards. This position is based at a remote project site, where the employee will live. The schedule rotation is 14 days on and 7 days off. The role may involve various shifts, including swing, night, and weekend shifts.

Requirements

At least 7 years of quality assurance/control experience in construction, infrastructure, or industrial sectors, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Experience with heavy industrial, mining, power, or similar projects.
Advanced understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulations, including ACI 318, AWS 01.1, AISC 360, ASME B31.1/B31.3, API 650/1104, and ISO 9001.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field; equivalent field experience may be considered.
Demonstrated success managing complex QA/QC programs on multidisciplinary projects.
Skill in inspection methods, audit techniques, risk assessments, and field documentation practices.

Responsibilities

Direct on-site quality activities to ensure alignment with project specifications, applicable codes, and regulations.
Facilitate quality meetings, inspections, and audits, and coordinate timely close-out of quality action items.
Lead development, implementation, and maintenance of Project Quality Plans (PQPs), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and Quality Control Plans (QCPs).
Manage project quality documentation, including NCRs, CARs, punch lists, QA audits, and turnover packages.
Oversee inspection and testing activities for civil, structural, mechanical, and/or electrical disciplines, depending on project scope.
Prepare and deliver regular quality reports to senior management, project leadership, and clients.
Provide onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching for quality staff on inspection procedures and quality protocols.
Review and approve documentation related to material certifications, welding inspections, NOE results, concrete testing, and system completions.
Serve as the primary quality point of contact for clients, third-party agencies, and regulatory authorities.
Supervise and mentor Quality Inspectors, Engineers, and Coordinators; assign responsibilities and ensure strong team performance.