Kiewit Corporation

Quality Manager - Electrical Construction

Kiewit Corporation$134K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years in construction quality management, specifically in Power or Electrical construction.
  • In-depth knowledge of ISO-9001 quality management standards.
  • Exceptional math, computer, communication, and writing skills; Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
  • Proven leadership and organizational skills, with experience managing teams of up to 5 employees.
  • Strong public speaking ability and technical writing skill for varied audiences.
  • Physical capability to access all areas of construction sites in diverse climates and environments.
  • Relevant certifications (AWS, CWB, API, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE) are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of the Project Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plans.
  • Oversee quality assurance for various large-scale commercial building systems.
  • Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with project requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of inspections.
  • Drive resolution of quality issues and nonconformances.
  • Participate in internal and external quality audits for ISO 9001 compliance.
  • Manage subcontractor quality performance in alignment with project expectations.
  • Analyze data for trends, risks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Communicate quality metrics and updates to project teams and stakeholders.
  • Incorporate safety standards into quality deliverables.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 181515

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: MEC Industrial District

Department: Quality

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Quality Manager, you will take the leadership role in managing district or project quality with minimal corporate supervision. The successful candidate will provide primary technical support to all district and project personnel. They will also manage the development and implementation of the Project Quality Plan aligned with corporate quality standards and implements processes to prevent quality issues. This position requires the incumbent to develop thorough knowledge of the project scope and schedule as they apply to quality assurance and quality control.

Location

The initial location for this role is in Virginia Beach, VA.

Responsibilities
• Lead development and execution of the Project Quality Plan (PQP), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and participate in related coordination and work planning.
• Oversee quality for large scale commercial building systems, including but not limited to walls, framing and finishes, MEP systems, exterior envelope & roofing systems, and structural components.
• Conduct and manage inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, record control, and inspection tracking.
• Identify, document, and drive resolution of nonconformances and quality issues.
• Support and participate in internal and external quality audits, ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and audit readiness.
• Manage subcontractor quality performance and alignment with project expectations.
• Analyze trends, identify risks, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate quality expectations, adhoc training, findings, and updates across the project team, subcontractors, and others.
• Active participation and incorporation of safety expectations and culture into work planning and completion of quality-related deliverables.
• Support executive-level and reoccurring meetings with quality metrics and insights.

Qualifications

  • 6+ experience developing and implementing construction quality management programs in the Power, or Electrical Construction industry.
  • Extensive knowledge of ISO-9001 quality management standards
  • 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 5 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
  • Certifications from AWS, CWB, API, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, etc. are advantageous
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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.

Base Compensation: $134,000/yr - $140,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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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