Burns & McDonnell

Construction Quality Manager - Mountain Region

Burns & McDonnell$145K — $260K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED with 11 years of quality control experience or an Associate/Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 9 or 7 years of experience, respectively.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in computer and communication media skills.
  • Familiar with installing Transmission and Distribution assets, including substations and overhead transmission lines.
  • Knowledge of PHMSA regulations and heavy industrial applications, including oil, gas, and power sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the Construction Global Practice Quality Management System for Design-Build projects.
  • Develop, issue, and maintain the Construction Quality Plan in collaboration with project teams.
  • Guide project management in implementing quality processes and application methods.
  • Support quality integration from project pursuit to closeout while providing strategic leadership.
  • Coach and mentor field quality personnel on required quality verifications and compliance.
  • Identify and document adverse quality conditions, ensuring they are resolved before project acceptance.
  • Review quality submittals and ensure compliance with project specifications.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid sick leave as per Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) retirement program with company contributions.
  • Access to wellness programs and tools to meet diverse needs.
Full Job Description
Description

The Regional Construction Quality Manager is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight of the Construction Global Practice (GP) Quality Management System (QMS) for Design-Build construction projects executed across the Mountain Region. This role assures that construction activities are planned, executed, inspected, tested, and documented in full compliance with construction practices and the contract documents.

The Regional Construction Quality Manager partners closely with regional leadership, project management, engineering, clients, subcontractors, and quality personnel to integrate quality throughout the project lifecycle, from pursuit and project set-up through construction and final turnover, while proactively mitigating risk and promoting continuous improvement.
  • Define, communicate, and reinforce Construction Quality Plan requirements with the project management team.
  • Actively develop, issue, and maintain the Construction Quality Plan, working directly with project teams to support and guide its development in accordance with project specifications, codes, and jurisdictional requirements.
  • Collaborate with the project management team to implement key processes and application methods.
  • Provide strategic quality leadership to project teams, supporting quality integration from pursuit through project closeout.
  • Coach, train, and mentor field quality personnel on the Construction Quality Management System, including required quality verifications to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Drive continuous improvement of the Construction Quality Management System through recommendations and system enhancements.
  • Confirm conditions adverse to quality are identified, documented, dispositioned, tracked, and closed through final acceptance.
  • Review and confirm compliance of subcontractor Quality submittals and Inspection and Test Plans (ITP's) and project specifications.
  • Confirm Special Processes (i.e., welding, heat treatment, nondestructive testing, etc.) are developed, reviewed, and executed, using qualified personnel, to meet the project specifications.
  • Proactively communicate quality risks, issues, and improvement opportunities to project sites without onsite support and elevate concerns to the project management team as needed.
  • Promote consistent tracking and reporting of quality metrics to support performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
  • Confirm turnover documentation is complete and accurately reflects project scope and execution for successful closeout.
  • Act as a liaison between the Project Manager and Jurisdictional Authorities and Authorized Inspection Agencies.
  • Perform hands-on site assessments and field audits to confirm effective implementation of the Construction Quality Management System.
  • Participate and support the Root Cause Investigations and Corrective Action resolution process.
  • Comply with all Safety & Health requirements and monitor construction activities to ensure adherence to safety standards.
  • Participate in the Task Safety Observations (TSO's) process and define corrective measures for problem areas.
  • Provide leadership and oversight of the implemented quality programs at field locations to confirm consistent compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED and 11 years managing and implementing quality control procedures required.
  • Or, Associate Degree in Engineering, Construction, Welding Technology, Nondestructive Examination or related field. and 9 years managing and implementing quality control procedures required.
  • Or, Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction, Welding Technology, Nondestructive Examination or related field. and 7 years managing and implementing quality control procedures required.
  • Must be detailed oriented.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Strong computer and communications media skills.
  • Familiarity with installing Transmission and Distribution assets including substations and overhead transmission lines.
  • Familiarity with PHMSA, 49 CFR Part 192, Transportation of Natural Gas and Other Gas by Pipeline and 49 CFR Part 195, Transportation of Hazardous Liquids by Pipeline.
  • Familiarity with concrete, steel, mechanical, and special processes including welding.
  • Familiarity with heavy industrial applications including oil, gas, chemical, and power.
  • Experienced with multi-disciplined work scopes (i.e., civil, concrete, structural, mechanical, piping, etc.).
  • Familiar with Power, Substations, Manufacturing and Transmission Lines.
  • Certified Welding Inspector-AWS preferred.

Compensation

$145,000.00-260,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell's PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Quality

Primary Location US-CO-Denver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time

Req ID: 263705

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MF #CDB

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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