Quality Manager I

Sundt•Lukeville, AZ

About The Position

The Quality Manager establishes and maintains the quality management system for construction or industrial projects to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, specifications, applicable codes, and company standards. The role provides strategic leadership in planning, implementing, and monitoring quality control activities and drives continuous improvement across all phases of the project lifecycle. The Quality Manager leads quality personnel, interfaces with clients and regulatory bodies, and ensures that work is performed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. The position also involves leading or supporting quality meetings, walkdowns, and turnover processes; producing quality performance reports and trend analyses; maintaining quality records; and serving as the primary contact for client quality representatives, third-party agencies, and regulatory authorities. Work may involve various shifts, including swing, night, and weekend shifts, and requires compliance with safety standards and use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in quality control, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, quality assurance, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
In-depth knowledge of quality systems and codes and standards relevant to construction or industrial projects.
Proficiency in document control systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and quality software such as Procore, ACC, or Bluebeam.
Proven leadership ability and excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, documentation practices, and inspection techniques.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with safety standards and procedures.
Ability to use a telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices for communication.
Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds occasionally; frequent grasping, lifting, handling, carrying, or feeling of objects; and ability to sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to an entire shift/workday.
Ability to reach above shoulder height and below the waist frequently; stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally; and climb stairs or ladders occasionally.
Frequent interaction with people during the shift or workday.

Responsibilities

Assign inspection tasks and manage team performance to ensure timely inspections and documentation.
Develop, implement, and manage the Project Quality Plan (PQP), aligning it with company and client requirements.
Ensure that work, materials, and processes comply with project specifications, applicable industry codes, and jurisdictional requirements.
Establish project-specific Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), procedures, and quality standards.
Generate and deliver quality performance reports, trend analyses, and quality metrics to project and executive teams.
Lead or support quality-related meetings, walkdowns, and turnover processes.
Maintain accurate quality documentation, including inspection reports, NCRs, CARs, audit findings, and certifications.
Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Serve as the primary point of contact for client quality representatives, third-party agencies, and regulatory authorities.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Quality Inspectors and Quality Engineers.