Quality Specialist 1 - Kiewit Water Facilities South

Kiewit • Point Pleasant, WV

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About The Position

As a Quality Specialist, you will coordinate, document, and report quality control and quality assurance activities. You may also witness and perform quality control inspections and tests and provide required documentation for assigned project areas or disciplines. This is a field- or shop-based position supporting Kiewit Water Facilities South, which constructs water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, and desalination plants across North America. The role may involve working at different locations, with varying conditions, and requires willingness to travel and relocate as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience.
• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed.
• Highly motivated, with strong initiative and a commitment to excellence.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to doing the job right the first time.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Passion for safety and commitment to ensuring a safe work environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and goals.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures.
• Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI.
• Working knowledge of trades, disciplines, and associated inspection/testing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope, quality requirements, and applicable quality plans.
• Coordinate inspections and tests to align with project schedules and production goals.
• Address client concerns and maintain transparent communication regarding quality.
• Collaborate with operations to develop work packs identifying required inspections, tests, and documentation.
• Review work packs for readiness before pre-activity meetings and construction execution.
• Manage source and receiving inspections for permanent materials and equipment.
• Evaluate supplier quality documentation for contract compliance.
• Monitor and forecast costs for third-party inspection and testing services and report trends to management.
• Perform inspections and tests as directed, ensuring compliance with required frequency and standards.
• Conduct verification inspections for designated risk levels and document acceptance.
• Prepare and maintain inspection/test reports and quality records.
• Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards.
• Communicate test results to the project team with complete and accurate documentation.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines; and interact professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.
• Perform work safely and effectively, follow instructions and policies, and work normal operating hours, overtime, or weekends as required.

Benefits

• 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: Entry Level