Kiewit
Quality Manager - Kiewit Bridge & Marine
Kiewit, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Overview
Quality Manager - Kiewit Bridge & Marine
— Lead the quality assurance and control program on key infrastructure projects. We are building the
Louisiana International Terminal (LIT)
project at the
Port of New Orleans —a transformative $1.8 billion infrastructure initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a site-specific quality plan to ensure compliance with all contract documents, regulatory standards, and engineering best practices. This role requires a
Professional Engineer (PE) license
in the State of Louisiana, or eligibility to transfer an existing license from another state. Location
This position will start on the construction of the Port of New Orleans project. Relocation to the area will be required. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. 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
Lead the development and execution of the
Project Quality Plan (PQP)
in alignment with USACE and DOTD standards. Oversee quality control and assurance activities across all phases of construction, including site development, wharves, and ramps. Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, specifications, and contract requirements. Conduct regular inspections, audits, and reviews of construction activities and documentation. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions. Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions. Serve as the liaison with third-party inspectors, regulatory agencies, and client representatives. Mentor and train project staff on quality procedures and continuous improvement practices. Promote a culture of “doing it right the first time” across all project teams. Qualifications
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana
– active and in good standing. Minimum
10 years of experience
in construction quality management, preferably on large-scale civil infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of
USACE standards ,
DOTD inspection protocols , and
NEPA compliance . Proven leadership in managing quality programs for complex construction projects. Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in quality management systems and software tools. Experience with
dam embankment ,
marine terminal , or
heavy civil construction
projects. Familiarity with
federal permitting processes
and
environmental review procedures . Prior work with similar large-scale infrastructure contractors. Other Requirements
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 locations and conditions may vary. We offer our full-time 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. There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will
positively impact people’s lives for generations to come . Here you’ll have endless opportunities to
expand your expertise
through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities. We offer our full-time staff employees a
comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry . From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you. Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements. Nearest Major Market:
New Orleans Job Segment:
Compliance, Quality Manager, Testing, Law, QA, Legal, Quality, Technology
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Quality Manager - Kiewit Bridge & Marine
— Lead the quality assurance and control program on key infrastructure projects. We are building the
Louisiana International Terminal (LIT)
project at the
Port of New Orleans —a transformative $1.8 billion infrastructure initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a site-specific quality plan to ensure compliance with all contract documents, regulatory standards, and engineering best practices. This role requires a
Professional Engineer (PE) license
in the State of Louisiana, or eligibility to transfer an existing license from another state. Location
This position will start on the construction of the Port of New Orleans project. Relocation to the area will be required. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. 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
Lead the development and execution of the
Project Quality Plan (PQP)
in alignment with USACE and DOTD standards. Oversee quality control and assurance activities across all phases of construction, including site development, wharves, and ramps. Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, specifications, and contract requirements. Conduct regular inspections, audits, and reviews of construction activities and documentation. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions. Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions. Serve as the liaison with third-party inspectors, regulatory agencies, and client representatives. Mentor and train project staff on quality procedures and continuous improvement practices. Promote a culture of “doing it right the first time” across all project teams. Qualifications
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana
– active and in good standing. Minimum
10 years of experience
in construction quality management, preferably on large-scale civil infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of
USACE standards ,
DOTD inspection protocols , and
NEPA compliance . Proven leadership in managing quality programs for complex construction projects. Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in quality management systems and software tools. Experience with
dam embankment ,
marine terminal , or
heavy civil construction
projects. Familiarity with
federal permitting processes
and
environmental review procedures . Prior work with similar large-scale infrastructure contractors. Other Requirements
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 locations and conditions may vary. We offer our full-time 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. There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will
positively impact people’s lives for generations to come . Here you’ll have endless opportunities to
expand your expertise
through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities. We offer our full-time staff employees a
comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry . From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you. Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements. Nearest Major Market:
New Orleans Job Segment:
Compliance, Quality Manager, Testing, Law, QA, Legal, Quality, Technology
#J-18808-Ljbffr