Kiewit · 3 hours ago
Quality Coordinator
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$71K/yr - $106K/yr
2+ years expKiewit is a leading construction company, and they are seeking a Quality Coordinator to administer the Project Quality Plan. The role involves ensuring quality standards and procedures are implemented on projects, coordinating quality control activities, and performing inspections and tests.
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Responsibilities
Develop an understanding of project scope, quality requirements and quality plan related to area of responsibility
Coordinate with operations and schedule inspections and tests in support of the project schedule and production goals
Listen to and take appropriate action on client’s expressed concerns and observations
Provide open and honest communications to client representatives regarding the quality of work
Collaborate with operations in work pack development to identify the required inspections, tests and documentation
Review work pack to determine readiness for pre-activity meetings and construction execution
Coordinate source and receiving inspection of permanent materials and plant equipment for project requirements
Review supplier-provided quality documents for compliance with contract requirements
Monitor and manage the costs of third-party inspection and testing firms. Alert management to trends. Actively involved in forecasting costs
Perform inspections and tests at the required frequency in the assigned area as directed by supervisor
Prepare inspection/test reports and maintain the quality files related to area of responsibility
Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with applicable contract documents, codes and standards
Communicate test results to the project team with accurate and complete documentation
Verify testing equipment is within calibration requirements. Maintain a log of all testing equipment and calibrations required for the work
Identify and report nonconforming work in accordance with the company quality standards and the project quality plan
Track open or failing test results through correction using company approved standard programs
Learn the programs and train the project team on the use of company approved quality tracking applications
Correctly interpret and utilize codes and industry standards to determine compliance of the work
Maintain effective communications (both orally and written) with supervisor, coworkers and the project management team
Develop strong working relationships with supervisor, coworkers and the project management team
Assist supervisor with punch list walks to assess final completion of the work. Monitor the process to verify all items are closed
Audit specific project quality processes and report results and recommendations for improvement
Perform project-level quality assessments as assigned
Organize quality documents and store per the company and project document management procedures
Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed
Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed
Listen to other employee's and supervisor's suggestions, complaints, problems, safety concerns and recommendations, evaluate each and then devise and implement a plan of action based on that evaluation
Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement
Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective actions to eliminate or minimize hazards
Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices
Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in safe manner
Be motivated and work productively
Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Must have a four-year engineering, science or technical college degree plus two years of experience in a related construction field; OR an associate degree in engineering technology or science plus three years of experience in a related construction field (at least one of these years in a quality position); OR a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) plus five years of experience in a related construction field (at least two of these years in a quality position)
Must be a self-starter with organizational and managerial skills
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
Preferred
Having a working knowledge of the trades, disciplines and associated special processes, inspection and testing techniques for the work they are assigned to on the project is preferred
Having a working knowledge of the related construction industry codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements (ASSHTO, ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.) associated with their work is beneficial as well as certifications from AWS, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, API etc. are advantageous
Benefits
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
Generous paid time off
Company
Kiewit
At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.
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