Supplier Quality Manager

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Supplier Quality Manager that will lead, manage, document, monitor, and analyze the quality system on medium to large projects. Also, ensure necessary corrective and preventative actions are taken.

High quality, professional work product performed with initiative, productivity, a positive attitude and behavior. Team members should cooperate with others in a team environment, accept direction from supervisors, follow work rules and procedures, have punctual and consistent attendance, and accept constructive feedback. Performance should meet or exceed the established standards, goals, and accountabilities of the position.

All team members are responsible for supporting an inclusive work environment along with affirmative action and employment related goals and requirements. Team members should align with and contribute to the Mortenson values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and understand and abide by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

• Incorporate and lead Mortenson’s quality system on medium to large sized projects

  • Lead planning, development, and implementation of the Quality Management Plan and system for all work divisions from notice to proceed through final customer acceptance

  • Establish and lead quality control initiatives, activities (three Phase Inspection Process), and corrective actions

  • Review project plans for quality requirements prior to issued for Construction drawings

  • Manage Quality Events and corrective actions

  • Manage the punch list identification and closeout process

  • Manage Non-Conformance Notices and the Request for Information process through corrective actions

  • Manage and resolve issues with and without guidance from the Project Manager or Superintendent

  • Oversee and coordinate third party peer design and third party testing agencies

    • Make and implement recommendations as necessary

• Manage subcontracts and suppliers for the project

  • Visit suppliers to review quality program for vital project components

• Coach and mentor Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)

  • Provide job assignments and manage career development

  • Train others on Kaizen event roles or visual management

    • Participate in and lead group Kaizen activities

• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance

• Other duties as assigned, including:

  • Maintain quality processes until project completion

  • Complete special projects or initiatives as assigned by the operating group quality director

  • Assure project success if required to run a project or portion of a project as a Project Manager or Superintendent

• Strong attention to detail to organize and manage multiple project tasks

• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Primavera Unifier

• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

• Knowledge of one or more quality systems: i.e., Malcolm Baldridge, ISO 9000, Lean, Kaizen, Army Corps of Engineers, Mortenson’s Quality System, continuous improvement, value streams, etc

• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

• Ability to travel up to 75%

• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affluent Action plans and their intended use

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or…