Care, Preservation & Maintenance Specialist- Industrial

Position Overview

We are adding a Care, Preservation & Maintenance Specialist to our Kiewit team to support Quality Inspection, Field inspection and Quality Auditing for Construction 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.  

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world.  We don't just build projects - we build careers!  We are the best at what we do.   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! 

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors, including industrial manufacturing, power, and oil, gas, chemical, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters. 

Location

Based in Abilene, Texas. This role will require relocation or travel to project sites, for the duration of the project, around the country.  Relocation and/or per diem is provided while on the project.   

Responsibilities

• Provide system quality control support by conducting inspections and testing on electrical and mechanical components.
• Support team members in their roles as a program focal point for quality assurance, acting as a liaison with other functional departments.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the project scope and schedule as they relate to his/her specific assignment.
• Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed.
• Assist with identifying and reporting rework and non-conforming issue.
• Performed daily field inspections to assess equipment condition and document findings using standardized checklists.
• Identified and reported deficiencies to support safe and compliant operations.
• Operations and management, storage requirements, submittals and technical specification

Qualifications

• Self-starter with exceptional organization and interpersonal skills
• 1-5 years in Quality and field inspection, quality auditing, and surveillance for construction.  Working knowledge of the specific trade of discipline as assigned, with associated special processes, inspection and testing techniques 
• Working knowledge of construction industry codes relating to area of expertise (i.e. ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.)
• Experience in mechanical and electrical engineered equipment
• Associate degree in engineering technology, construction or quality preferred plus 1-5 years’ experience in a related construction field or a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) plus 5-10 years of experience in a related construction field. 
• Preferred degree in construction management or engineering.
• 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. 
• Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance manuals and storage requirements.
• Experience with industrial construction is preferred. 

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