HDR · 11 hours ago
Quality and Records Manager
HDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment where employee-owners are valued and respected. In the role of Quality and Records Manager, you will advance HDR's culture of quality, support the implementation of quality management systems, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across various operational areas.
ArchitectureConsulting
Responsibilities
Work with the Area Manager and other Area leadership to advance and promote HDR’s culture of quality across Operations, Professional Services, and Marketing
Serve as the local leadership representative for quality and support the implementation of the QMS. Continually advance the culture of quality by working in close partnership with area leadership and serve as the local representative of the quality office
Provide guidance and support to Project Managers regarding development of project plans (e.g., PMP, QMP, RMP), identifying best practices for their projects when requested
Work with Business Group Managers and Business Class Leaders to identify and monitor activities for continuous improvement including development and use of technical standards, procedures, best practices, and lessons learned
Work with Business Group Managers regarding workload balancing, focusing on ensuring qualified staffing of project teams
Lead quality assurance efforts to implement QA/QC Program activities striving for continuous improvement
Monitor project QC review activities including assignment of experienced and qualified reviewers
Participate in project reviews and support project teams with management of Quality Processes
Lead implementation of quality, standards, and best practices related to the Quality Program
Coordinate with the local area business group project quality managers on project support needs and transmission of key project experience
Regularly report QMS implementation, lessons learned, and audit resolution strategies to the Quality Office
Communicate QMS and ILG updates and Quality Office and ILG directives to the area leadership and staff as appropriate
Develop and update local area processes supporting implementation of QMS and ILG requirements. Work cross-functionally with area leadership to continually align and refine local delivery processes (e.g., Business Groups, Operations, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, Safety, etc.)
Develop and maintain a comprehensive new employees on-boarding program to provide awareness of the HDR QMS and its role in our organization
Respond to staff questions or issues related to policies and procedures related to the organization’s QMS
Identify local opportunities for training and support through monitoring loss trends due to quality related issues
Qualification
Required
Professional Degree required or equivalent years of experience
A minimum of 6 years industry experience with a minimum of 3 years in related quality fields
Applicable quality certification (or ability to obtain)
A firm understanding of QMS fundamentals
Proven skills in the areas of staff communication and engagement
Strong verbal and written communication with investigative interview experience
Strong familiarity with MS Excel, Word, Adobe PDF and PowerPoint
Preferred
Strong commitment to enhancing quality culture among local leadership and staff
Strong leadership skills and be able to manage relationships with Area Leadership, Quality Office, and local project teams effectively
Be able to resolve conflicts between vested parties to reach solutions where risk can be mitigated while allowing business to remain flexible/nimble
High level of collaboration and self-awareness; focused on both reinforcing corporate quality and risk management messaging as well as details of our reporting systems and core quality processes
Embrace the HDR brand promise and values
Represents HDR's commitment to fulfil project responsibilities and obligations to client and internal management stakeholders. Must provide professional and ethical direction for the company and staff
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
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