Sr. Quality Specialist - Heavy Civil Infrastructure

We are adding a QC Specialist to our Kiewit team to support Heavy Civil Infrastructure Construction projects that involve earthwork, grading, site balancing, utilities, drainage, underground trenching, stormwater systems, paving, and concrete aspects of Transportation, Power and Water projects, around the United States. In this role, you will provide Quality oversight for the construction team to ensure our projects are built to the quality requirements, specifications and client requirements required, performing testing, inspections and general quality guidance and training for the construction team to ensure all quality control activities are planned, executed and documented according to the contract and our internal quality program. At its core, your role is to protect the project from risk. You will report to a Quality Manager at the site and will be working on projects that may be 6 months to multi-years in terms of duration with great mentoring and development to take you to the next level. Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected engineering and construction organizations. Kiewit’s commitment to safety, quality and environmental stewardship is ingrained in everything we do. It’s visible in our core values, the work that we build and in our people. With over $18B in revenue and over 32,000 employees, we operate in 8 different market segments designing and building large and complex structures throughout North America! This role is for a quality focused individual looking for a long‑term, stable career, with desire to gain certifications and develop into a Safety Manager. We offer great career development and support your career by paying for your necessary certifications to get the job done. If you have strong quality skills, leadership skills, and at least 5 years in quality functions across large, complex jobs – we would love to talk with you. With top‑notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth‑building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities – we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success! Kiewit’s Central District operates in the central and south‑central regions of the United States. We build heavy civil and transportation projects, including highways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams and tunnels. With one of the largest equipment fleets in the region, we can mobilize to any location as a full‑service construction team capable of self‑performing mass grading, drainage, bridge construction, aggregate production, paving, rail and utility construction. As a Quality Specialist, you will support projects around the United States. We support projects in CO, MT, WY, NM, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, IA, MN, KY and TN. In this role, you must be willing to travel to project sites as needed and visit our district office in Lone Tree, Colorado occasionally for training and meetings. When assigned to a project site, we provide per diem and trips home. For your initial project, you will be located in Louisville, KY. Responsibilities Develop and maintain the project’s inspection and test plans (ITPs) for earthwork, utilities, drainage, structures, paving, and other civil scopes. Documentation and compliance management Ensure all inspection reports, test results, NCRs, corrective actions, and quality records are complete, accurate, and audit‑ready. Review and approve inspection/test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards. Manage source and receiving inspections for permanent materials (pipe, rebar, aggregates, structural components). Cross‑functional coordination Work closely with operations to build work packages that clearly define required inspections, tests, and documentation before work begins. Lead pre‑activity meetings to confirm readiness and prevent rework. Communicate proactively with owners, third‑party inspectors, and design partners to address concerns before they escalate. Supplier and subcontractor quality oversight Review supplier quality documentation for contract compliance. Ensure subcontractors follow Kiewit’s quality program and project‑specific requirements. Verify that materials and equipment meet specifications before installation. Cost and risk management Forecast and track costs for third‑party testing and inspection services. Identify quality‑related risks early and work with project leadership to mitigate them. Help prevent cost impacts from rework, schedule delays, or non‑conforming work. Leadership and mentoring Guide junior quality specialists and field engineers on quality processes, documentation, and technical requirements. Set expectations for quality culture on the project, reinforcing Kiewit’s standards for safety, workmanship, and accountability. Qualifications Self‑starter with exceptional organization and interpersonal skills. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality or related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years in Quality and field inspection, quality auditing, and surveillance for construction is required with a BS degree. If Associate’s Degree, at least 8 plus years in a Quality performing functions as outlined above. If no degree, must have at least 10 years in heavy civil construction, in the field performing QA/QC functions. Experience with inspection and testing techniques for Asphalt, concrete, soil, and other related inspection/testing performed for Heavy Civil Construction. Must have experience managing documentation for the project, as well as experience scheduling and overseeing 3rd party testing, developing inspection reports, corrective actions and ensuring materials and equipment meet company standards and specifications. Working knowledge of construction industry codes relating to area of expertise (i.e. ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.). Knowledge of quality control procedures, tracking and reporting, material/equipment quality review and experience reviewing completed work packages to ensure drawings/specifications and client requirements are met. Prefer advanced skills in MS Office and knowledge/use of AI is preferred. Experience as a Quality Specialist with Heavy Civil Construction is required, either through a GC, or engineering/consulting firm or testing firm. Other titles: Quality Control Inspector, QA/QC specialist, Senior QA specialist, Senior QC specialist, Quality Control Field Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Senior Quality Control Inspector. 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. FIELD ROLES ONLY – May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. Base Compensation: $105,000–$125,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from: 05/15/2026 – 08/04/2026 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 are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kiewit