Quality Specialist - Kiewit Industrial Group

Position Overview

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

District Overview

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

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while 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.

Location

Kiewit’s culture is built around mobility and opportunity. We relocate teams based on project needs, individual development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member, ensuring a tailored and dynamic career experience.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

Willingness to travel and relocate as needed

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, 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

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 Other Requirements:
• 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. Understand and follow 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 and conditions may vary. Base Compensation: $88,000/yr - $90,000/yr 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 01/09/2026 - 05/31/2026 We offer our fulltime 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.
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.