Kiewit Corporation

Engineering Quality Manager - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit Corporation$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related field
  • 10+ years of project quality experience
  • Strong technical background relevant to quality assurance
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to cultivate relationships across various levels
  • Meticulous attention to detail and adept problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with ISO Standards and relevant quality certifications preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead QMS implementation across projects to align with ISO 9000/9001
  • Develop Project Quality Plans and address compliance discrepancies
  • Conduct audits and implement quality assurance processes
  • Identify trends in non-conformance and drive corrective actions
  • Build and mentor quality teams, setting clear performance expectations
  • Ensure proactive risk management and escalate issues to leadership
  • Engage with clients and partners to represent quality interests

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents
  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off policies
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 182085

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Department: Quality

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We're looking for an Engineering Quality Manager is responsible for leading the implementation and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with company standards, procedures, contractual requirements, and industry regulations. This role involves planning and performing quality audits and assessments, managing quality teams, providing consultation to project teams, identifying opportunities for improvement, and promoting a culture of quality throughout the organization. This position encompasses roles equivalent to Quality Manager levels 1 and 2, with increasing levels of responsibility, expectations, and expertise.

Location

This position is based out of our Lenexa offices. Opportunities for flexibility are available.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS) on projects, ensuring alignment with ISO 9000/9001 and company standards.
  • Develop and maintain Project Quality Plans, address compliance gaps, and drive adoption of QMS practices.
  • Conduct project quality audits and assessments, lead multi-assessor audits, and implement quality assurance processes.
  • Identify non-conformance trends, execute corrective actions, and foster continuous improvement.
  • Build, manage, and mentor quality teams, setting clear expectations and providing feedback.
  • Lead staff of up to 10, depending on project complexity, and train teams on quality systems and procedures.
  • Ensure proactive risk identification and mitigation on projects, develop risk strategies, and escalate concerns to leadership when needed.
  • Align quality initiatives with business objectives, drive strategic improvements, and contribute to overall organizational goals.
  • Oversee project and district-level documentation, analyze data to identify trends, and ensure accurate corporate reporting.
  • Engage clients and external partners, representing the company on quality matters, and foster relationships to achieve objectives.
  • Communicate persuasively across organizational levels, collaborate to implement quality initiatives, and promote continuous improvement.
  • Anticipate and mediate conflicts, working to find common ground and resolve high-risk issues.
  • Exhibit strong problem-solving skills, address complex issues, and lead innovative solutions.
  • Prioritize tasks, manage project quality activities, and handle complex workloads efficiently.
  • Maintain relevant certifications, engage in professional growth, and advise on industry standards and codes.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field.
  • 10+ years of project quality experience.
  • Strong engineering or technical background related to assigned responsibilities.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to build relationships and collaborate across organizational levels.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Understanding of ISO Standards.
  • Strategic thinking and initiative to drive improvements and align with business objectives.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Proficient in Microsoft PowerBI.
  • Experience with quality management software and database applications.
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools and technologies supporting quality functions.
  • Relevant quality certifications preferred: ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, ASQ Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence, Six Sigma Green Belt, etc.

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Other Requirements:
  • 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.


We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.

About Kiewit Corporation

Kiewit Corporation is an employee-owned Fortune 500 contractor based in Omaha, Nebraska. Privately held, it is one of the largest contractors in the world. Recent projects have included several bridge retrofittings in the San Francisco Bay Area, Interstate H-3 project in Hawaii, and building the world's largest geodesic dome at Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. Along with significant mining and off-shore operations, the company also contracts small grading (dirt moving) projects for residential or commercial development.

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