Kiewit · 3 hours ago
Quality Engienering Director
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expKiewit is seeking an accomplished Quality Engineering Director with extensive experience in driving engineering excellence across the EPC industry. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of quality engineering practices to enhance project delivery and ensure compliance with industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead the enterprise-wide quality engineering strategy with a focus on risk reduction, reliability, and performance
Establish quality engineering standards, metrics, and KPIs that ensure consistent excellence across all EPC projects
Champion quality-by-design principles to proactively integrate best practices into engineering deliverables
Partner with engineering, procurement, and construction leaders to ensure quality requirements are embedded into design reviews, vendor qualifications, fabrication, and field execution
Oversee the application of advanced engineering tools, digital technologies, and automation to improve accuracy, efficiency, and constructability
Drive adoption of predictive quality methods that anticipate issues before they impact project outcomes
Implement lessons-learned systems and corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs) that drive measurable improvements across the project portfolio
Leverage lean, Six Sigma, and ISO 9001 methodologies to strengthen organizational processes and client satisfaction
Introduce innovative approaches — such as AI, machine learning, and simulation modeling — to improve design quality and reduce rework
Mentor, develop, and grow a team of quality engineers and managers across disciplines and geographies
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within engineering teams
Serve as a subject matter expert and industry thought leader in quality engineering, representing Kiewit with clients, partners, and professional forums
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline)
Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in engineering quality management within the EPC sector
Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams on complex projects
Strong knowledge of quality engineering methodologies, standards, and codes (ISO 9001, ASME, API, AISC, etc.)
Demonstrated success integrating quality practices into engineering and construction workflows
Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
Willingness to travel to project sites and regional offices as required
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
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Professional certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or PMP are highly desirable
Benefits
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
Generous paid time off
Company
Kiewit
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