Kiewit
Quality Specialist 1 - Northwest (Heavy Civil)
Kiewit, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
Requisition ID:
178878
Job Level:
Entry Level
Home District/Group:
Northwest District
Department:
Quality
Market:
Transportation
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position Overview You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or stepping stone.
As a Quality Specialist, you will report directly to the Quality Manager, and will administer the Project Quality Plan. In this role, you will be responsible for assuring that quality standards and procedures are disseminated and implemented for the project you are on. Responsibilities may include coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality control and quality assurance activities. You may also be responsible for witnessing and performing quality control inspections and tests, providing required documentation as necessary.
District Overview Kiewit’s Northwest District is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hardworking individuals with a passion for construction who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty!
Location Our current projects and opportunities are spread across the entire west coast - including Alaska and Hawaii - in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires.
Responsibilities
Maintain a high level of understanding of company standards and guidelines
Maintain client critique schedules, tracking and trends
Provide updates to employees on client critique results
Maintain corrective action reports
Facilitate root cause analysis
Maintain a solid knowledge base of district quality manuals
Identify potential quality incidents before they arise
Participate in district standards meetings and provide input/feedback as it relates to quality assurance
Understand requirements of ISO 9001 standards
Help in the planning of, and participate in, internal quality audits
Conduct reviews of required documents and support materials, interviews staff, and administers online audit questions to assess compliance with documented procedures
Provide administrative support for audits, other Quality Department programs and initiatives, and Monthly Operations Reviews
Facilitate quality presentations
Disseminate quality information in the office and on the intranet, send results to managers on a weekly basis, writing monthly articles for company newsletter, presenting information at department discipline meetings, etc.
Mentor Project Quality Specialist
Draft and maintain a Project Quality Plan for any given project including the Quality activities required on a project and associated metrics
Specific job functions and areas of responsibility will be determined by the Project Quality Manager
Qualifications
Ability to travel and relocate as needed
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, welding technology or related field
Working knowledge of quality control procedures relating to construction activities is preferred
ASQ, CQM, CQA or CWI certified and inspection experience a plus
Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climates and environments
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
Ability to develop a throughout understanding of project scope and schedule as they relate to quality
Must have a valid, active Driver's License
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:
$70,000 - $86,580
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 01/05/2026 - 06/01/2026
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.
Company:
Kiewit
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178878
Job Level:
Entry Level
Home District/Group:
Northwest District
Department:
Quality
Market:
Transportation
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position Overview You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or stepping stone.
As a Quality Specialist, you will report directly to the Quality Manager, and will administer the Project Quality Plan. In this role, you will be responsible for assuring that quality standards and procedures are disseminated and implemented for the project you are on. Responsibilities may include coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality control and quality assurance activities. You may also be responsible for witnessing and performing quality control inspections and tests, providing required documentation as necessary.
District Overview Kiewit’s Northwest District is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hardworking individuals with a passion for construction who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty!
Location Our current projects and opportunities are spread across the entire west coast - including Alaska and Hawaii - in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires.
Responsibilities
Maintain a high level of understanding of company standards and guidelines
Maintain client critique schedules, tracking and trends
Provide updates to employees on client critique results
Maintain corrective action reports
Facilitate root cause analysis
Maintain a solid knowledge base of district quality manuals
Identify potential quality incidents before they arise
Participate in district standards meetings and provide input/feedback as it relates to quality assurance
Understand requirements of ISO 9001 standards
Help in the planning of, and participate in, internal quality audits
Conduct reviews of required documents and support materials, interviews staff, and administers online audit questions to assess compliance with documented procedures
Provide administrative support for audits, other Quality Department programs and initiatives, and Monthly Operations Reviews
Facilitate quality presentations
Disseminate quality information in the office and on the intranet, send results to managers on a weekly basis, writing monthly articles for company newsletter, presenting information at department discipline meetings, etc.
Mentor Project Quality Specialist
Draft and maintain a Project Quality Plan for any given project including the Quality activities required on a project and associated metrics
Specific job functions and areas of responsibility will be determined by the Project Quality Manager
Qualifications
Ability to travel and relocate as needed
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, welding technology or related field
Working knowledge of quality control procedures relating to construction activities is preferred
ASQ, CQM, CQA or CWI certified and inspection experience a plus
Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climates and environments
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
Ability to develop a throughout understanding of project scope and schedule as they relate to quality
Must have a valid, active Driver's License
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:
$70,000 - $86,580
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 01/05/2026 - 06/01/2026
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.
Company:
Kiewit
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