Quality Assurance Coordinator

Louisiana Bridge Builders (“LBB”) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street. 

Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.  

POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY 

The Quality Assurance Coordinator is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by coordinating, documenting, and reporting quality activities for the Project, focusing on compliance with contract, technical and management documents.     

LOCATION 

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.  

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Participate in the preparation of the Project Quality Management System documents.
2. Ensure quality documentation and required records for the Project are accurate and up to date.
3. Define compliance verification plans for all project management areas.
4. Participate in and coordinate verification actions.
5. Compile comprehensive reports detailing quality performance, highlighting trends, and suggesting corrective actions and lessons learned.
6. Collaborate in the digitization of quality records.
7. Conduct training activities on the quality management system for the project team.
8. Participate in audits carried out on the Project Quality Management System.
9. Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, & SKILLS FOR SUCCESS 

1. Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
2. Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
3. Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
4. Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
5. Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
6. Ability to work a flexible work schedule, additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.

QUALIFICATIONS 

At a minimum, the Quality Assurance Coordinator must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field of study along with 3 years of related quality experience or high school diploma, or equivalent, along with 7 years of related quality experience. Experience working with Design-Build projects and/or the construction industry is preferred. 

Knowledge and experience in the implementation of the ISO 9001 standard on Quality Management System is preferred. Experience in implementing quality management and quality control digital tools will be valued.

ISO 9001 IRCA certification will be valued positively.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Select one the following for the each of the items listed below: 

• N (Not Applicable) – Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
• O (Occasionally) – Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time or 0 – 2.5 hours/day.
• F (Frequently) – Occupation requires this activity from 33%–66% of the time or 2.5–5.5 hours/day. 
• C (Constantly) – Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time or 5.5 hours/day.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.