Project Quality Manager

Job Summary

The Project Quality Manager is responsible for implementing project quality plans, procedures and best practices to fulfill the quality mission and support the successful execution of assigned  projects as described in the Quality Management System (QMS). 
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Key Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, implements, monitors, evaluates, and maintains the project quality plan and the project inspection and test plan for assigned projects 
• Collaborates with other PQMs on projects worked by professionals in multiple locations.
• Plans and conducts assessments to confirm compliance with company, client and regulatory requirements 
• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates project supplier and subcontractor activities, quality systems and programs, products, and reports for adherence to the Market Sector/Regional Quality Lead 
• Reviews purchase orders and associated documentation to ensure correct quality requirements are included prior to contract award
• Ensures suppliers meet project requirements through evaluations and/or audits . 
• Identifies and assesses improvement opportunities, and ensures a resolution is determined which will meet project and/or process quality requirements
• Assists in the coordination of punchlist walkdowns/inspections; coordinates with Construction operations on punchlist closure and documentation.
• Conducts quality assessments of project procedures and documents to identify, analyze, and document non-conforming processes or products; develops and implements corrective action by comparing activities against project quality program criteria
• Assists project team members with quality processes such as CARs, PARs, NCRs, and deviations. Participates in development and implementation of training on QMS for assigned project personnel
• Capable of interfacing with client representatives and jurisdictional officials
• Promotes the Lessons Learned process  
• Periodic travel will be required 
• May involve additional work hours/week . Acts in capacity of a "lead person " May have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction 
   

Management Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality or Business preferred  
• Preferred Technical Skills: . Understands principles, practices, techniques and theories of quality processes, including a thorough knowledge of ISO 9001:2015. Proficient in techniques relating to quality assurance and quality control programs and procedures. Possesses a basic knowledge of engineering, design, procurement, construction and project management principles, practices and methods. Ability to understand and follow instructions; makes sound judgments based on quality and project requirements; interacts effectively with Black and Veatch professionals as well as client, supplier, and contractor representatives. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office computer tools. Quality process training, Audits and assessment experience, Root Cause Analyses, Trend Analysis, Software Quality Assurance, and Supplier qualification programs. 
• Preferred Non-Technical Skills: . Demonstrates intermediate: Process management, conflict management, total work systems, written communications, composure, managerial 
• Previous experience with quality management in construction phase of the project
• ISO Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer credentials  FA
   

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 6 years prior experience in similar QA management position in the same or a related industry. For a Nuclear Position: . 5-10 years of total experience in nuclear QA program implementation and/or oversight. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

Formal Project Management training. Certifications: American Society for Quality (ASQ) certification as a Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) and as a Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CQM O/E) (desired). Active member of ASQ.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Normal office environment; may include heavy industrial construction exposure. Occasional physical work conditions: Capable of walking 5 miles and climbing stairs to 300 foot height; walk, climb stairs, ladders, move in/out of vehicles; lift or move up to 25 pounds; supplier or construction site environment has frequent exposure to vibration and loud noise, and occasional exposure to airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, slippery uneven walking surfaces, and risk of electrical shock.
 

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