The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western · 19 hours ago
Assistant Quality Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $121K/yr
3+ years expThe Walsh Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business committed to being the employer of choice. They are seeking an Assistant Quality Manager to support the implementation and improvement of the Quality Management System for their Transportation Division, ensuring quality assurance and control processes are effectively executed.
Construction
Responsibilities
Apply the project rules and be proactive in terms of Health and Safety when visiting site or at the office
Support the implementation of the Quality Assurance & Quality Control Processes on the project, particularly all processes related to the assurance of materials
Support in the development of execution plans, instructions, procedures, checklists to provide improvements to the QC process
Participate in the scoring of bidders during the procurement process, and future evaluations during the work
Ensure nonconformities and deficiencies are logged and closed out in line with the project’s QMS
Participate in Root Cause Analysis for NCRs and report on causes of failure
Recommend changes to improve overall Quality, including participation in internal work planning to foster incorporation of previous lessons learned to prevent recurrences
Develop, manage, maintain, and supervise material tracking logs
Coordinate with the construction area managers and the project engineers to ensure quality documentation is received, logged, and uploaded to CTA’s Project Website per contract requirements, including product datasheets, certifications, compliance test results, and other required submittals outlined in the technical specifications
Manage the Buy America Build America process
Review and technically interpret material test results
Coordinate with internal and external project teams for resolution of quality related issues
Participate in pre-activity meetings and regular progress meetings to develop understanding of current and upcoming work
Maintain QC document records and perform self-audits of hard copy and electronic records
Build a good and collaborative relationship with all stakeholders, including the CTA Owner Representative Quality personnel
Promote WVTCP’s Right First-Time culture by developing, sharing, and presenting Lessons Learned, Toolbox Talks, Quality Bulletins
Ensure the MIR/MT forms and supporting documents are compiled by the operations staff and report on any delinquent documents
Review MIR/MT forms for completeness, log and upload to CTA eBuilder site
Assist QC staff with review and interpretation of plans and specifications
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years' experience in the construction industry
Experience relevant to transportation projects would be an asset
Experience in a role such as quality lead, lab manager, materials technician, etc
Knowledge of the Buy America Build America requirements would be an asset
Valid Driving License to drive in the state of Illinois
Must possess ability to write and review reports, procedure manuals, processes
Must possess ability to collect and review technical content of materials certificates and associated datasheets
Well organized, flexible, detail-oriented and multi-tasked
Knowledge and experience of working to FTA, IDOT, and ASTM standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Proficiency in quality management through Document Control Systems
Has ability to gather, analyze, evaluate, and take decisions based on facts
Can deliver reports in an objective, clear, and comprehensive manner
Has good interpersonal and communication skills
Is good at building relationships and can influence effectively
Can demonstrate initiative and resilience
Quality subject matter expertise and proven track record in Quality Control
Preferred
Preferred certified as a Quality professional, e.g. ASQ certification
Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management preferred
Benefits
This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.
Company
The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western
The Walsh Group is a 127-year-old company providing design, build, finance, operation and activation services.
5001-10000 employees
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