Quality Assurance Specialist

Quality Assurance Specialist

The Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) supports the Project Quality Assurance Manager and Project Quality Manager in the implementation of the District Quality Management System (QMS) and Project Quality Procedures by participating in routine audits and assessments on the project. The QAS will produce, complete, and organize compliance documentation to assure the QMS is being implemented on the project.

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality and unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building "the next big thing" from the ground up. There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best : we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else. Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make a difference in our construction operations. Whether we're boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right.

Needs to be open to Night Shift.

This position will start in Abilene, Texas. Candidates must be open to relocating as needed. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Administers the Company Quality Management System and is responsible for assuring that quality standards and procedures are disseminated and implemented throughout the company.
• Plans and administers quality policies by performing the following duties personally or through other team members.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Maintains a high level of understanding of company standards and guidelines.
• Assigns and coordinates quality auditors and coordinators activities and schedules.
• Facilitates and directs Quality Auditor meetings as required.
• Develops quality audit schedule to be conducted throughout the year.
• Participates and manages Quality Coordinator meetings.
• Facilitates Lessons Learned meetings as necessary.
• Maintains Lessons Learned database.
• Reviews Division Quality Manuals.
• Facilitates quality presentations as required.
• Participates in department meetings as required.
• Participates in division standards meetings as required.
• Develop an understanding and knowledge of ISO Standards.
• Trains employees on the company quality program.
• Disseminates quality information in the office and on the internet.

Qualifications

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

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.

Base Compensation : $85,946 - $96,774 (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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.