Quality Manager

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Quality Manager who can interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever‑changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The candidate should be able to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; and possess the capability to creatively problem‑solve and bring together viable solutions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail are essential. The Quality Manager will lead, manage, document, monitor, and analyze the quality system on medium to large projects and ensure corrective and preventative actions are taken.

• Lead Mortenson’s quality system on medium to large projects.
• Implement the Quality Management Plan from start to final acceptance.
• Establish and lead quality control initiatives and corrective actions.
• Review project plans for quality requirements.
• Manage quality events, punch lists, and Non‑Conformance Notices.
• Resolve issues with or without guidance from the Project Manager or Superintendent.
• Oversee third‑party design and testing agencies.
• Manage subcontracts and suppliers, including quality program reviews.
• Coach and mentor Field and Project Engineers; manage career development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum three years’ experience in the design, engineering, or construction industry with a record of leading a project’s quality system.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Primavera Unifier.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer‑service skills.
• Knowledge of one or more quality systems (e.g., Malcolm Baldridge, ISO 9000, Lean, Kaizen, Army Corps of Engineers, Mortenson’s Quality System, continuous improvement, value streams).
• Experience with issue management and inspection of work performed.
• Completion of basic project management and supervision training.
• Current driver’s license.

(For Non‑Craft & Non‑Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including no‑additional‑cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

The base pay range for this role is $100,100 MIN – $150,200 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.