Gilbane Building · 23 hours ago
Quality Director
Providence, RI
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$137K/yr - $205K/yr
15+ years expGilbane Building Company is seeking a Quality Director to lead and manage their quality assurance strategy across all field operations. The role involves developing strategies to ensure construction practices meet industry standards while collaborating with project teams to execute the company's strategic objectives.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive field quality management system across all projects
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate and enhance field quality
Provide technical reviews, lead root cause analysis and drives corrective action for field-related quality issues
Conduct regular site visits to assess quality practices and ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and safety standards
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and trade contractors to enforce quality protocols
Operationalizing the quality program to ensure consistent implementation company-wide
Provides centralized corporate oversight and direction for all site-based quality programs
Design and deliver training programs for field personnel on quality standards, inspection techniques, and continuous improvement; incorporate Company’s operational procedures and software tools to the existing quality program
Establish a network of Subject Matter Experts (SME) to reinforce the quality program across critical technical disciplines including building facade, roofing systems, fire protection, water mitigation systems, etc
Build and maintain partnerships with suppliers and vendors to deliver technical support, optimize design solutions, conduct training, and contribute expert insights
Develop and administer standardized procedures for conducting quality inspections
Identify and coordinate quality activities with safe practices
Establishes and enforces quality control standards to ensure construction projects meet or exceed industry standards and client expectations
Assesses quality-related risks and hazards in construction projects and devises mitigation strategies to reduce potential impacts; collaborates with insurance and legal teams to evaluate contractual, legal, and additional risk mitigation tools to bolster enterprise risk strategies and protections
Fosters a culture of continuous learning, innovation, accountability and excellence throughout the organization, driving employee engagement
Provides leadership, guidance, and mentorship to field employees to promote professional growth
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Construction Management, Engineering or related field
15 + years in the construction industry or related field, with a focus on field operations with expertise in building envelope systems
Proven experience in a senior leadership role in the construction industry
Strong strategic planning and problem-solving skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships
In-depth knowledge of quality standards and industry best practices
Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance standards
Knowledge in building envelope systems and water infiltration mitigation strategies
Preferred
Certifications such as ASQ CQE, Lean Six Sigma, or similar are highly desirable
Benefits
Competitive health and welfare benefits
Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
Education investment
Company
Gilbane Building
Gilbane Building Company provides a full slate of construction and facilities-related services—from preconstruction services planning and integrated consulting capabilities to comprehensive construction management, general contracting, design-build, and facility management services— for clients across various markets.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$16MKey Investors
Amazon
2022-12-19Debt Financing· $16M
Leadership Team
Heidi DeBenedetti
Chief Operating Officer
John Bonney
Vice President
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