JE Dunn Construction · 5 hours ago
Quality Specialist 2, Mission Critical
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJE Dunn Construction is a leading company in the construction industry that focuses on building perfection through inspired teams. They are seeking a Quality Specialist 2 to monitor and coordinate the project quality program, ensuring compliance with quality standards and addressing non-compliant conditions. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and participation in quality assurance processes to support the company's strategic goals.
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Responsibilities
Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and setting an example for others
Participates in the Project Specific Quality Plan, Project Specific Water Intrusion Plan, and Project Quality Status Report
Ensures that comprehensive documentation of quality assurance processes, test results and corrective actions taken
Collaborates with suppliers to establish and maintain quality standards for incoming materials
Gains knowledge of design documents in order to identify potential quality problems to assist in developing constructability review reports
Develops performance of project site observations to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality and timely manner
Develops comprehension of how to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies
Utilizes basic understanding of project Contract Documents
Attends pre-planning, pre-installation and progress meetings
Conducts regular walk-through observations of construction sites to ensure compliance with the contract documents, manufacturers’ instructions and industry standards
Investigates non-compliant conditions; confers with supervisor or other Quality team staff members to determine root cause and provide recommendations in work processes to eliminate reoccurrence
Identifies and reports Major Quality Issues (MQI) on projects to management and supports corrective action
Utilizes internal quality assurance systems and tools to prepare reports for field superintendents, project managers and subcontractors detailing compliant and non-compliant quality conditions
Assists with the documentation of quality related information
May conduct basic constructability reviews under direct supervision
May help schedule and witness third party compliance inspections and performance verification testing
May assist in coordinating other JE Dunn teams, including VDC, Quality Group, Safety, Offsite prefabrication, and Self-Perform
Ensures Project Specific Quality Plans are established, accountability is assigned to the appropriate individuals for each task and the Plan is regularly updated
Ensures Project Specific Water Intrusion Plan are established, accountability is assigned to the appropriate individuals for each task and the Plan is regularly updated
Ensures the Project Quality Status Report is completed prior to the Monthly Project Review Meeting
Participates in creating National Initiatives such as Quality Assurance Manual Updates, Quality Broadcasts, Quality University, etc
Ensures all Major Quality Issues are listed and up-to-date on the Project Quality Status Report
Monitors trade partner quality programs and recommends improvements
May be assigned as the quality representative on a single project or multiple projects
Develops relationships with cross-functional partners to enhance the performance of the quality function on projects
Supports larger or more complex quality investigations
Implements quality scope of work on smaller projects or portions of larger projects
Stays up to date on industry standards, regulations and company policies
Qualification
Required
Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
Communication skills, verbal and written
Proficiency in MS Office
Ability to conduct effective presentations
Ability to read drawings, specifications, building codes and other technical product and material data
Knowledge of material and field testing for QA processes
Knowledge of construction assemblies for a variety of construction systems
Proficiency in basic JE Dunn construction and quality software tools
Basic knowledge of construction trades and scopes of work
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs
May require periods of overnight travel
Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
Occasional activity: Bending, Reaching above Shoulder
Preferred
Bachelors' degree in architecture, construction management or related field
2+ years construction experience
Benefits
Professional Non-Union
Company
JE Dunn Construction
J. E. Dunn Construction Group is a privately-owned construction company engaging in the commercial construction industry.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Terry Dunn
Director of Field Operations
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