Quality Specialist - Industrial

Overview

As a Quality Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality control and quality assurance activities. You may also be responsible for witnessing and performing quality control inspections and tests, as well as providing required documentation for the assigned areas or disciplines on a project.

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Working across multiple sectors—including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water—our projects range from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, 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.

This position will be based at one of our project sites across the U.S. (possible initial assignment locations include West Texas; Richland Parish, Louisiana; Decatur, Illinois; Tracy, Minnesota; and St. Joseph, Missouri). District main office locations are in Denver, CO and Lenexa, KS. Candidates are expected to be mobile and willing to relocate based on project needs.

• Understand project scope, quality requirements, and applicable quality plans.
• Coordinate inspections and tests to align with project schedules and production goals.
• Address client concerns and maintain transparent communication regarding quality.
• Collaborate with operations to develop work packs, identifying required inspections, tests, and documentation.
• Review work packs for readiness prior to pre‑activity meetings and construction execution.
• Manage source and receiving inspections for permanent materials and equipment.
• Evaluate supplier quality documentation for contract compliance.
• Monitor and forecast costs for third‑party inspection and testing services; report trends to management.
• Perform inspections and tests as directed, ensuring compliance with required frequency and standards.
• Conduct verification inspections for designated risk levels and document acceptance.
• Prepare and maintain inspection/test reports and quality records.
• Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards.
• Communicate test results to the project team with complete and accurate documentation.
• This is a field or shop‑based position.

• Willingness to travel and relocate as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (0–2 years of experience).
• Familiarity with construction‑related quality control procedures preferred.
• Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus.
• Working knowledge of trades, disciplines, and associated inspection/testing techniques preferred.
• Highly motivated with a strong initiative and commitment to excellence.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to doing the job right the first time.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Passion for safety and commitment to ensuring a safe work environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and goals.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively, understanding and following oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations; conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $88,000/yr – $90,000/yr (Actual compensation subject to variation due to education, experience, skillset, and/or location).

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.