Quality Manager - Building Group (Federal Construction)

Kiewit • Tacoma, WA

6d • $110,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Manager is a full-time, onsite role supporting a construction project team in the greater Seattle market. The Project Quality Manager develops, implements, and manages the quality control program and related processes for an assigned project, with thorough knowledge of project scope and schedule as they relate to quality assurance and quality control.

Kiewit Building Group constructs a range of facilities, including office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing and retail facilities, special-use facilities, and interior tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist, turnkey project development, and preconstruction project management.

The position requires the ability to serve as Quality Control Manager on federal construction projects and to pass applicable federal background checks. Some contracts require U.S. citizenship for work in Controlled Access Areas. The role may involve work at different locations and conditions, overtime, and weekends as required.

Requirements

• Ability to be named Quality Control Manager on federal construction projects and pass federal background checks for limited-area, restricted-access, and secure military locations.
• Some contracts require U.S. citizenship to work in Controlled Access Areas (CIA).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• At least 10 years of construction experience as a QC Manager or Construction Manager on construction projects, or at least 6 years of experience on contracts requiring adherence to USACE Quality Control, Resident Management System (RMS), and the Three-Phase Inspection System.
• At least 10 years of experience as a QC Manager.
• Possess or be able to obtain the Quality Control Manager-Contractor (QCM) credential provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
• 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, warning signs, equipment-use instructions, and other policies.
• Ability to work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.
• Ability to work at various locations and in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of project quality plans for all divisions of work and supporting processes, from notice of award through final completion.
• Interpret construction documents and industry codes and standards to prepare Quality Control Project Plans, including Definable Features of Work, inspection requirements, and testing plans; prepare and execute scope-specific inspection checklists.
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control activities performed by subcontractors, special inspection services, and others.
• Lead or participate in site meetings, including 3D model coordination, preparatory meetings, pull planning sessions, and commissioning meetings.
• Work with the project team to identify and resolve potential and actual quality concerns; troubleshoot and problem-solve while considering project time, budget, and safety constraints.
• Manage and produce RFIs and project documentation, including submittals, shop drawings, work plans, inspection records, testing reports, turnover documentation, and quality metrics for all scopes of work.
• Conduct project quality assessments, audits, and field reviews to verify conformance with district and company requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead or assist with investigation, documentation, and resolution of quality issues, deficiencies, nonconformances, and client concerns.
• Monitor project quality performance, identify trends, and assist in developing continuous improvement initiatives and district best practices.
• Participate in customer meetings, consultant interactions, and project issue-resolution efforts as a quality subject matter resource.
• Participate in and, at times, temporarily lead site safety activities such as audits, orientations, and incident investigations.
• On occasion, temporarily supplement or act as the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines; communicate and interact professionally; follow instructions and safety policies; and work within normal operating hours, with overtime and weekends as required.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level