District Quality Manager

About the role

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a Regional Quality Manager to support daily operations in the Southern US. The Regional Quality Manager is responsible for developing and implementing our Quality Management System (QMS) and will be a steadfast advocate for continuous improvement to the QMS which further complement our overall growth and risk management strategies. This position will be based in Austin, TX, supporting projects in the Texas Region of the US.

Essential Functions

• This position reports to the MWH Quality Director and to the specific site Project Manager.
• This is a project field office-based position.
• Manage construction quality site personnel in the performance of day-to-day activities applicable to the Quality Management System.
• Assist the project teams with the development and execution of the project site specific quality plans.
• Establish and implement audit plan which includes monitoring and reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for business groups and project teams designed to ensure continuous quality improvement. Share lessons learned throughout the company to continuously improve and reduce rework.
• Regularly visit projects and help project teams identify and document key project quality challenges.
• Manage inspection checks on quality of workmanship, equipment and materials, to ensure compliance to codes and specifications.
• Incorporation of quality requirements (such as hold points) into work plans.
• Implementing preparatory, initial, and follow-up meetings with personnel.
• Implement and support the use of ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud) for project quality documentation and controls.
• Troubleshoot and provide input into solving, with engineering, project technical problems / constructability issues. Provides quality expertise and advice in the proactive resolution of compliance issues (i.e. codes, standards, specifications, and regulations).
• Provide job site coaching and guidance on quality reporting and assist with monitoring trends and re-occurring quality issues.
• Manage and mentor subcontractors quality control personnel as part of the extended project quality team
• Manage owner/client expectations and perceptions of quality performance.
• Provide quality related input in project management planning (PMP documents), documentation setup and initial partnering efforts.
• Provide quality related input for business development and proposal efforts including quality cost estimation and contractual risk management.
• Lead the company quality culture through promoting, recognizing, and rewarding positive quality.

Basic Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in the construction industry, minimum of 3 years dedicated to quality program planning and implementation.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, mechanical or electrical), construction management, or related degree. An equivalent combination of experience, skills and training may be substituted.
• Able to effectively communicate to project personnel and senior management the core values of quality management as an integral part of project delivery.
• Prior field experience related to drafting project specific quality plans and working with teams and owners on plan creation and implementation.
• Self-starter with good documentation skills.
• Must be a proficient public speaker, presenter, and trainer.
• Able to travel within region (50%) and nationally (10%) as required.
• Proficient knowledge in various software including Microsoft Office Suite products, Blue Beam, Revu, etc.
• Experience and understanding of Quality and Lean principles.
• Previous water and wastewater infrastructure experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISO Auditor training and certification.
• Conversant with ISO 9001 standard and administrative, operational, systems and management controls.
• Current technical certifications/accreditations in inspection/NDE/code activities at highest level.

Compensation Range

Salary $180,000 - $200,000, based on experience

Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Compensation Range: Salary $180,000 - $200,000, based on experience

Skills

• Quality Management System (QMS)
• Quality Planning
• Quality Auditing
• Project Management
• Construction Quality Control
• ISO 9001 Certification
• Lean Principles
• Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Experience
• Software Proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, Blue Beam, Revu, etc.)

Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Salary $180,000 - $200,000, based on experience

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program