Quality Specialist - Kiewit Power Construction

Kiewit • Lenexa, KS

55d • Hybrid

About The Position

Located on one of Kiewit’s project sites, the Project Quality Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of a site-specific quality plan and all other quality-related functions necessary to deliver the project fully compliant with all required contract documentation. The PQS will interact professionally with the project team and client personnel, have excellent written / verbal communication and conflict resolution skills, manage a diversified workload and challenging situation efficiently and effectively, have a Continuous Improvement (CI) mentality, and takes the lead role on managing quality on the project. Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar farm projects throughout North America.

Requirements

• 3-5 years experience developing and implementing construction quality management programs in the Solar, Natural Gas, or Oil/Gas industries.
• Bachelors or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, welding, civil engineering, industrial or related discipline (preferred) OR comparable experience/military background.
• Exceptional math, computer, verbal and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-starter with organizational, managerial, and leadership skills. Must be able to manage teams up to 20 personnel, have effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong public speaking and technical writing skills. Must be able to communicate to large groups craft personnel as well as management and client teams.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate as required.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications from AWS, CWB, API, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, etc. are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a successful quality program based upon contract requirements and company quality standards.
• Directly supervise and manage inspection and testing personnel.
• Develop positive and trustworthy relationships with the client.
• Provide technical expertise, troubleshooting and solutions for quality issues.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping is performed, validated and easily retrievable through audits.
• Promote and enforce quality processes with the goal of performing work right the first time.
• Communicate quality control information to all relevant organizational departments, outside vendors, or contractors.
• Ensure that all non-conformance work is properly reported, tracked and documented.
• Research, read and interpret construction plans, standards and specifications.
• Assist with the development of root cause analysis.
• Personally meet deadlines and contribute in a positive, safe, professional and high-quality project.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

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