Transportation Project Quality Manager

DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR has an outstanding career opportunity for an experienced professional to serve in a leadership position as Senior Project Quality Manager in HDR’s Mid-Atlantic Transportation Business Group. The Senior Project Quality Manager will serve as member of project team that assists in the development and maintenance of project-specific Quality Management Plans and works in close cooperation with the Program/Project Manager and discipline leads for monitoring and oversight of project quality activities. In the role of a Transportation Project Quality Manager, we'll count on you to: Primary ResponsibilitiesMonitor QM needs for Area projects/programsWork with Program/Project Managers to assess and incorporate lessons learned and client feedback from project reviews and client meetingsReport production risk areas to the Program/Project Manager and Regional Quality DirectorProvide internal and external project reporting on quality-related activities, issues, and corrective actionsVerify adequacy of project quality activitiesEstablish project quality processes and monitor implementation and effectiveness of those processesMonitor implementation of company standards and practices as appropriateEffectively implement and use company, client or regulatory document management expectationsManage quality schedule, and ensure coordination between design discipline reviewsManage quality review and comment resolution process (schedule meetings with reviewers, negotiate mutually acceptable resolutions, escalate disputed issues, and track open comments to closure)Assist in identifying and documenting issues that may cause, or contribute to, deviations from planned/expected outcomes and develop corrective action plans to address issuesOversee subconsultant quality activities and deliverable review; audit subconsultant quality activities as appropriateSupport project conformance reviews in accordance with company QMSSupport training of project/program staff on project QMP/PMP requirementsVerify that project teams have team members with right experience and capabilityLead QA/QC-related discussions during project team meetingsManagement of the quality efforts for a multi-disciplinary team with subconsultants contributing significantly to the overall design packageManagement of a metric-driven quality program with significant, formal client involvement and project auditingSupport typical for projects with construction value generally in the range of $50M to $500MParticipate as a member of the Area Business Group Leadership TeamBe committed to quality, improvement, and HDR valuesAdditional activities may includeMay be requested to develop and manage an independent QMS for JV or mega-projectsPlan, direct, and monitor all aspects of large multidiscipline projects, programs, or tasksManage and coordinate several projects concurrentlyServe as a PIC, Project Sponsor, Client Manager for select projects and clientsPerform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering, or closely related fieldCertification to applicable country quality management professional certification (e.g., ASQ CMQ/OE, CQA, CQE)Experience with Transportation Clients based in the Mid-Atlantic Market, such as VDOT, DDOT, WMATA, MDOT, etc.Quality management professional certification (e.g., ASQ CMQ/OE, CQA, CQE)Ability to interact with various design teamsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned cultureQualificationsRequired QualificationsProfessional Bachelor's degree A minimum of 10 years in similar consulting industry and at least 8 years in specific technical area covered Deep understanding of QMS fundamentals Proven skills in the areas of Project Management and/or Quality Management projects Strong verbal and written communication with investigative interview experience and project QM software systemsWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Job Field: Highway + RoadSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular