Quality Manager

What we are looking for:

We are looking to add a Quality Manager to the team to ensure that all project management processes and technical aspects of construction, including those provided by subcontractors and suppliers, are in accordance with corporate policies and contract requirements. Support Project teams to ensure effective procedures are implemented to ensure that installations, workmanship, and materials comply with contract requirements. Verify that the requirements of the Aldridge Quality Program are met.

The Quality Manager (QM) follows internal Quality Program Initiatives to ensure that Aldridge meets or exceeds customer expectations. These Quality initiatives ensure that projects are properly organized and managed to ensure that the customer gets the product that was specified, installed effectively and correctly the first time. The QM, through the project PreStart and in progress Auditing processes, documents the state of Quality Program measurables being managed by the Project Management Teams. The QM is accountable to ensure that all major projects are audited consistently via Pre-Start audits and in-person progress audits (at early stages and before 70% completion), and that Quality audits are documented and are promptly shared with Operations stakeholders and executives. The Quality Program measurables include, but are not limited to Safety Plans, project Roles & Responsibilities; Estimate Handoff; Contract Abstracts; Deliverables Log; Document Control; Work Breakdown Structure (WBS); material, tooling & equipment plans; Work Plans; Inspection & Testing Plans; Prep Phase / Pre-Activity meetings; Initial Phase / First of Kind Inspections; pre-fab opportunities, & project Risks & Opportunities.

What you’ll do:

Perform activities and duties including:

• Visit construction sites across the country, audit PM / Quality processes, observe the installation practices making sure all Aldridge Quality & PM practices are effectively implemented.

• Assists the project teams with setting up all deliverables of the Aldridge Quality Program.

• Oversee and audit the Quality Program processes for jobsites.

• Prioritize, track, schedule and chair Quality Audits of projects on site or remotely as applicable.

• Investigate and prepare root cause analysis and corrective action for non-conforming work or Quality Incidents with the QPM. Maintain a record of all Non-Conforming Work.

• Ensure project teams Identify and track any inspections, testing and deficiencies on jobsites.

• Advise the Project Teams, Quality Program Manager (QPM), and Operations senior management of noted quality deficiencies needing correction action.

• When required, the QM will assist the project management team when holding preparatory meetings with subcontractors and clients before starting any definable feature of work on a jobsite.

• Monitor installation techniques to ensure the client receives a quality product in compliance with contract requirements.

• Verify that all testing on the jobsite is per job specifications and is documented.

• Ensure that all subcontractors and suppliers adhere to the Quality Program established for the project.

• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with project teams and senior operations personnel.

• Work with the QPM & QM’s in the review of Quality KPI's to identify topics/subjects that require training.

• Work with the QPM, other QM’s, VPs, and the Director of Training to build training curriculum for quality topics/subjects that have been identified as requiring training.

• Participate as an instructor in the training process upon request.

• Make sure all ‘Rework’ is reported accurately and capture rework details & trend data to aid in corporate KPI reporting.

• Notify QPM & Divisional Stakeholders immediately of any high risk areas related to projects where that risk has been discovered.

• Travel for jobsite visits as required.

Who you are:

We are pursuing experienced candidates with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or a successful Union trade background with construction management or quality management experience with a minimum of 7 years experience or equal.

• Construction Quality Management and/or Construction Quality Auditing experience – minimum of 5 yrs.

• Quality Management qualification certification from ISO 9001 or US Army Corps of Engineers is preferred.

• Candidates must have the ability to manage and implement Quality programs and assist the QPM and/other Quality Managers (QM) with developing and writing Quality Manuals.

• Must be able to develop appropriate project specific Quality Control Plans based on specified requirements and the scope of our contracts, and train project team members on the proper implementation of such plans.

• Must be familiar with construction management practices and be able to read and understand codes, standards and contracts. Applicants must be able to read and interpret blueprints/schematics, specifications, and implement processes to deliver what is expected.

• Must be able to schedule and perform project audits to efficiently evaluate the implementation and execution of project management & quality control procedures in place and provide prompt feedback to stakeholders.

• Must have the ability to work under pressure, closely overseeing and tracking QA/QC details of multiple projects.

• Must be able to use MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and pdf editors. Bluebeam and Procore experience is preferred.

• Must have experience in a decision-making position, knowledge of causal analysis methods and quality standards, self-motivated and independent, analytical thinking, with good personal, oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to report on the Quality Program’s accomplishments, challenges, and course of actions taken on a job by job basis to the PQM, Operations Leaders and other QM’s.

Who we are:

Aldridge, a family owned company, is one of the largest specialty contractors in the US, dealing in the power and transportation markets. We have built a reputation as a trusted source in the construction industry, with close to 70 years in business, 1,200 employees, and offices and job sites nationwide. Our continued success is attributed to our commitment to quality, attention to project planning, and dedication to an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
Aldridge’s mission is to build and strengthen America’s infrastructure, and that starts with building the strongest team. We have sustained significant growth and foresee that continuing for years to come. Our ability to execute difficult projects is made possible by engaging passionate, forward thinking, and innovative people.

What we offer:

At Aldridge, you will be a valued member of our workforce and receive:

• 401K plan with matching contributions

• Competitive Salaries

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Wellness Programs

• Life and Disability Insurance

Aldridge cares about our team members and the communities in which they live. We are proud to support and participate in:

• JDRF

• Bridges to Prosperity

• Bucks for Burn

• Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge

• Feed My Starving Children

• Greenhouse Scholars

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.