Deputy Quality Manager

The WTCC Deputy Quality Assurance Manager (DQAM), reports directly to the WTCC Manager of Quality (MOQ) aka WTP Site Quality Manager. The WTCC DQAM is responsible for implementation and compliance with the WTP Quality Management System (QMS) including its Quality Assurance Programs (QAPs). This position requires extensive customer interaction and engagement, as well as frequent interaction with federal and state regulatory authorities, federal oversight functions, other major project stakeholders, as well as all levels of project and functional management.

This position is accountable for execution of a comprehensive, regulatory compliant quality assessment program with responsibility for independent assessment of project and execution of quality assurance program activities required for mission delivery.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or scientific discipline or quality assurance from an accredited university or college with 13-15 years of progressive experience in a field of engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or quality assurance. In lieu of a formal degree, specialized courses, or certifications (ASME/ANSI, ASQ) in engineering, quality or a specialized discipline and a minimum of 17 years of experience in a field of engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or quality assurance will also be considered.

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Associate’s degree and 15 years of progressive experience in the field of engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or quality assurance

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High School diploma and 17 years of progressive experience in a field of engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or quality assurance.

1 year of supervisory or lead experience is required

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance Requirements, and their application to construction, engineering, acquisition services, supplier quality, materials management, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of advanced techniques for audit, assessment, event investigation, cause analysis, human performance, and corrective action
• Knowledge of issues management and corrective action programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of design, procurement, construction, start-up, commissioning, and operation of a government or commercial nuclear facility
• Demonstrated knowledge of current nuclear industry trends, innovations, and regulatory construct, for both government and commercial nuclear sectors
• Successful track record of leading teams in complex regulated environments

• Previous experience in development and maintenance of quality assurance programs related to the construction of nuclear facilities.
• Department of Energy, NRC, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program or other related industrial technical experience in an operating environment desired.
• Flexibility to respond to urgent project requests and/or changing priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of varied backgrounds and objectives.
• Proven technical writing competency
• Lead Auditor certification

• Responsible to oversee the compliance, implementation, and effectiveness of WTCC Quality Assurance function.
• Manages the activities of an Audits and Assessments Organization, including overseeing the activities of the Audits and Assessments Supervisor and staff.
• WTCC independent Audits and Assessments Supervisor will report to the DQAM
• Perform formal and on the job training and coaching for Quality personnel related to quality programs, audit techniques, communications (verbal and written), interview techniques, leadership, and teaming as…