Quality Specialist 2

Quality Specialist 2

Location: Westlake, TX, US

Position Summary: The Field Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing on-site quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities for electrical substation construction projects. This role ensures that all construction work meets project specifications, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations. The position works closely with construction teams, engineering, contractors, and stakeholders to drive quality excellence throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Management & Oversight
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific Quality Management Plans (QMP) for substation construction projects
• Enforce compliance with project specifications, drawings, codes, and standards (e.g., IEEE, NESC, ISO, NEC)
• Lead QA/QC inspections across civil, structural, electrical, and commissioning scopes
• Ensure adherence to inspection and test plans (ITPs)
• Field Inspections & Testing
• Conduct routine site inspections and audits to verify workmanship quality
• Monitor critical installation activities such as: Foundations and grounding systems Steel erection and equipment installation Bus work, wiring, and cable terminations Witness and verify factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), and commissioning activities
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate QA/QC documentation including: Inspection reports Non-conformance reports (NCRs) Punch lists and corrective actions Track quality metrics and provide regular reporting to project leadership Ensure proper turnover documentation and as-built records are complete
• Non-Conformance Management
• Identify and document quality issues or deviations Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions Work with contractors and project teams to resolve deficiencies
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure alignment on quality expectations Serve as the primary point of contact for client and third-party quality audits Support training and coaching of field personnel on quality standards and best practices Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance field quality processes Provide feedback into engineering and design to prevent recurring issues Promote a culture of quality, safety, and accountability on-site

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as: Certified Quality Manager (CQM) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) NICET or equivalent
• Experience working with EPC contractors or utility companies Familiarity with digital QA/QC tools and construction management systems

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.