Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance ManagerProject Quality Assurance Manager of a multi-billion-dollar nuclear facility construction project, taking day-to-day direction from the Project Manager, with technical input from the Director of Quality for Nuclear Projects performance unit. Has overall responsibility for managing and directing quality assurance processes in compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable codes and standards in a large-scale engineering design environment. This position is responsible for the planning, managing, and technical performance of the QA program. Ensure compliance with customer/client standards and government regulatory requirements. Work location is near the Naval Reactors Facility at Idaho National Lab, which is about 50 miles west of Idaho Falls, ID with some work performed from the Idaho Falls office.Key responsibilities include:Manage a team of QA professionals to perform oversight of all phases of facility construction, and Title III engineering supportPerform QA program development and administrative functions to support project needsProvide independent oversight of quality developments affecting project operations.Plan and execute formal audit and surveillance programs to assure a high level of compliance with the QA program and associated regulatory requirementsEnsure compliance with applicable regulatory, code, and industry standard requirementsProvide indoctrination and training for all project-level staff on the QA ProgramProvide day-to-day guidance to support project teams in interpreting and implementing the Project QA program, from planning to project closeout and delivery of records turnover packagesDevelop quality team, via training, coaching, and mentoring to support project operations to add value to the projectProvide reports and updates to the Project Leadership Team and NPC Senior management on compliance issues with regards to policies and proceduresRequirementsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Business, or a related technical field, with a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible quality assurance experience; or 15 years of applicable quality assurance experience in lieu of a degree.15 or more years of total experience, with at least 5 years in the nuclear industry and 5 years of leadership experience managing and directing quality assurance personnel and programs in a supervisory or management capacity.USA citizenshipExperience on projects in an engineering design and construction environmentAdvanced technical knowledge of the application of engineering, procurement, and construction practices sufficient to comprehend specified QA requirements for these disciplines, including application of the graded approach.Advanced experience participating in and supporting quality assessments, surveillances, audits and/or cause analysis.Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and schematics.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel across multiple organizations to solve complex problems.Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and schedule work to ensure completion in accordance with requirements, deadlines, and budget.Advanced personal computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.Compensation Details:$150,000 - $190,000The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.Benefits Overview:Health, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)Educational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.