Kiewit Industrial - Quality Technician 1

Position Overview

Based on our various projects throughout the United States, the Quality Inspector supports the Project Quality Team with inspections.  The primary responsibility of the QualityInspector is to perform QA/QC inspections in the field to ensure end product quality meets the contract and specification requirements. The Quality Inspector will also perform other duties as directed by his/her supervisor to meet project quality requirements. 

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 data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, 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

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. 

Responsibilities

• Provide open and honest communications to client representatives regarding the quality of work.
• Develop an understanding of project scope and quality requirements as they pertain to the electrical discipline.
• Study and understand the Project Quality Plan and other quality documents that pertain to assigned scope of work.
• Coordinate with operations to schedule quality inspections and tests to maintain production goals.
• Perform inspections and tests for electrical at the required frequency in the assigned area.
• Ensure that required inspections and tests are performed by others as required
• Prepare inspection/test reports and maintain the quality files related to area of responsibility.
• Understand electrical codes and standards as they apply to the assigned work.
• Organize quality documents and store per the company and project document management procedures.
• Identify and report nonconforming work in accordance with the company quality standards and the Project Quality Plan.
• Perform source and receiving inspection of permanent materials and plant equipment for project requirements as needed.
• Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered.  Take corrective actions as needed.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering technology or science plus two years of experience in a related construction field (at least one of these years in a QA/QC position); or a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) plus four years of experience in a related construction field (at least two of these years in a QA/QC position). 
• Working knowledge of the specific trade of discipline you are assigned to with associated special processes, inspection, and testing techniques. 
• Working knowledge of construction industry codes relating to your area of expertise (i.e. ASSHTO, ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.)
• Certifications from AWS, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, API etc. may be required for certain positions.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.