• 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.

Skills & 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.
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.
Amount of Travel Required

50%
Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.
Pay Range Min

USD $116,771.00
Pay Range Max

USD $204,318.00
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We are not open to sponsoring for this position