Quality Assurance Specialist - Mechanical & Electrical

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) supports the Project Quality Assurance Manager and Project Quality Manager in implementing the District Quality Management System (QMS) and project-specific Quality Procedures. This role plays a key part in conducting routine project audits and assessments, producing and organizing compliance documentation, and ensuring the QMS is consistently and effectively executed.

Experience supporting data center construction and a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical (M/E) systems is highly preferred.

This includes familiarity with major MEP components such as switchgear, UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, piping, ductwork, and other critical infrastructure typical of mission‑critical environments.

As a QAS, you bring a commitment to top-tier quality, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. In return, Kiewit offer major opportunities for career advancement, travel, and hands-on involvement in impactful industrial projects across the U.S.

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

This position will start in Santa Teresa, New Mexico.

Candidates must be open to relocating as needed. 

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

• Administer the Company Quality Management System and ensure consistent implementation across the project.
• Assist with developing and executing project quality policies and procedures.
• Support interviewing, hiring, and training quality personnel.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of company standards and guidelines.
• Assign and coordinate activities and schedules for Quality Auditors and Coordinators.
• Lead and facilitate Quality Auditor and Quality Coordinator meetings.
• Develop and manage the annual quality audit schedule.
• Facilitate and maintain the project’s Lessons Learned process and database.
• Review Division Quality Manuals and assist with updates as needed.
• Provide internal quality training and presentations.
• Participate in departmental and division standards meetings.
• Build understanding of ISO Standards and support compliance.
• Disseminate quality-related information across both office and field teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Quality Management or 7+ years of relevant Quality Assurance experience.
• Data center construction experience strongly preferred, with emphasis in:
• Electrical systems (switchgear, UPS, PDUs, generators)
• Mechanical systems (chillers, cooling systems, HVAC, piping)
• Critical MEP installation and commissioning environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence field and project teams.
• Proficiency with computers and software including Word, Excel, and database applications.
• Ability to work in demanding construction environments, including:
• Lifting 50+ lbs occasionally
• Navigating uneven or congested work areas
• Climbing ladders, stairs, and scaffolding
• Maintaining full range of motion required for field inspections

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.