CDM Smith

Manager, Quality

CDM Smith$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent experience considered
  • Minimum 8 years in quality management or related field
  • Strong knowledge of industry quality practices and health and safety
  • Proficient in quality cost concepts
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement quality control systems
  • Analyze inspection and testing procedures
  • Collaborate with management on project quality resources
  • Guide project teams on quality requirements
  • Maintain documentation for quality activities
  • Lead staff training and development initiatives
  • Conduct audits of subcontractor compliance with quality plans

Benefits

  • Opportunity for domestic and international travel
  • Support for professional development and training
  • Collaboration with a management team
  • Engagement with diverse projects
Full Job Description
Job Description

Develops and commissions quality control systems; applies and analyzes inspection and testing procedures; utilizes metrics and statistics to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices; identifies human factors and motivation in quality applications; develops cost of quality concepts for rate of return investments; administers management information systems; and audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Collaborates with management team during project bid and estimating activities to ensure quality activities, hold points, and resources are sufficient to complete the work. Provides guidance to quality and project teams so that all parties understand and comply with the project quality requirements. Ensures proper documentation maintenance regarding quality activities. Ensure accurate production of required reports and communication to the project management and project teams. Ensures the three phases of controls are adhered to for each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW). Leads staff development by providing training, support, guidance, and assistance in goal setting. Manages the day to day activity of staff. Provides feedback on performance appraisals. Manages the development and training of staff. Approves paid time off requests (PTO) and ensures human resources policies are followed. Develops and commissions proper identification and resolution management system (s) for implementation and measurement of overall Quality Management Plan using metrics and statistical means and methods. Reviews and approves quality control plans. Ensures subcontractor or vendor Quality Inspectors are adequately qualified for their required inspections. Conducts audits of relevant subcontractor and off site inspections for compliance with the Quality Management Plan. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. 8 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of industry practices, processes, design, health and safety, and quality management. Familiarity with quality cost concepts and techniques. Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures is essential. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong organizational, leadership, analytical, facilitation, negotiation, and planning skills essential. General personal computer skills and specialized software skills including Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, Outlook or similar software with capability of administering to management information systems.

About CDM Smith

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. CDM Smith offers services in areas such as water resources, transportation, environmental engineering, and more. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. CDM Smith has offices throughout the United States and around the world.
Learn more about CDM Smith
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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