Quality Specialist 1

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Houston, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Specialist 1 will complete entry level and routine activities to monitor and coordinate the project quality program. This position will be responsible for reviewing documents, attending meetings, and conducting walk-through inspections to learn the company’s quality program. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

Requirements

Utilizes basic understanding of project Contract Documents
Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
Communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to successfully meet deadlines
Ability to deliver quality through attention to detail
Proficiency in MS Office
Ability to read and understand plans, drawings and specifications
Proficiency in basic JE Dunn construction M/E tools and software
Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management
Knowledge of quality management systems, standards and methodologies
Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
Ability to become familiar with relevant industry regulations and standards
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Nice To Haves

0-2 years construction experience and/or summer internship/co-op experience in construction

Responsibilities

Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and setting an example for others
Participates in the project specific quality plan, project specific water intrusion plan, and project quality status report
Ensures that comprehensive documentation of quality assurance processes, test results and corrective actions taken
Collaborates with suppliers to establish and maintain quality standards for incoming materials
Gains knowledge of design documents in order to identify potential quality problems to assist in developing constructability review reports
Develops performance of project site observations to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality and timely manner
Develops comprehension of how to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies
Utilizes basic understanding of project Contract Documents
May provide coordination and oversight to the project specific quality plan
Attends pre-planning, pre-installation and progress meetings
Conducts regular walk-through observations of construction sites to ensure compliance with the contract documents, manufacturers’ instructions and industry standards
Investigates non-compliant conditions; confers with supervisor or other Quality team staff members to determine root cause and provide recommendations in work processes to eliminate reoccurrence
Utilizes internal quality assurance systems and tools to prepare reports for field superintendents, project managers and subcontractors detailing compliant and non-compliant quality conditions
Assists with the documentation of quality related information
May conduct basic constructability reviews under direct supervision
May help schedule and witness third party compliance inspections and performance verification testing
May assist in coordinating other JE Dunn teams, including VDC, Quality Group, Safety, Offsite prefabrication, and Self-Perform