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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 181282
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Department: Quality
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
The Quality Manager / ASME Section III Program Manager reports to the VP of Quality and serves as KNS’s subject matter expert for the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. This role develops, implements, manages, maintains, and improves KNS quality programs supporting ASME Section III and applicable CSA nuclear requirements, including CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286. The position ensures compliance with NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and contractual requirements while supporting ASME Section III surveys, N Certification and/or Quality System Certificate activities, audits, projects, and related KNS Quality District initiatives.
District Overview
Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental, and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets and leverage Kiewit’s 135 years of construction and engineering excellence to provide holistic solutions for our clients.
Location
Lenexa, KS or Oak Ridge, TN. This position requires approximately 20% travel, and remote work is possible based on business needs.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, manage, and continuously improve KNS quality programs for compliance with ASME Section III, applicable CSA nuclear standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual commitments.
- Serve as program owner for ASME Section III and applicable CSA quality program requirements, including implementing procedures, program documents, and governance processes.
- Manage ASME N Certification and/or QSC activities, including readiness, maintenance, renewals, and interface with projects and certifying bodies.
- Plan for, support, and participate in ASME Section III surveys, audits, assessments, responses, and corrective actions.
- Provide technical direction on ASME Section III requirements to Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction, Project Management, Quality, and leadership.
- Monitor program performance, identify compliance risks and improvement opportunities, and implement actions to strengthen program effectiveness and audit readiness.
- Support the interpretation and application of ASME Section III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and other applicable quality requirements across projects and organizational functions.
- Maintain or support NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification and lead or perform internal, supplier, project, and program audits.
- Plan, conduct, report, and close audits and assessments, including corrective action verification and management reporting.
- Implement and manage CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286 quality requirements where invoked by project, supplier, client, or contract requirements.
- Support ongoing projects and KNS Quality District work, including procedures, readiness, audits, supplier oversight, corrective action, records, training, and project quality execution.
- Oversee quality program interfaces related to supplier oversight, commercial grade dedication, corrective action, nonconformance control, records, and quality documentation as applicable to the ASME Section III Program.
- Partner with leadership to support strategic planning, staffing, training, and qualification needs necessary to sustain the ASME Section III Program.
- Mentor personnel and promote a strong culture of quality, compliance, safety, ethics, and continuous improvement.
- Support business development, proposals, and client engagements involving ASME Section III and nuclear quality program capabilities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Science, or a related technical discipline; and 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in nuclear quality assurance, quality program management, or related technical leadership roles. Experience implementing an ASME Section III Program is required. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of combined relevant education and experience in nuclear quality assurance, ASME Section III program implementation, or related program management experience will be considered.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge:
Strong working knowledge of ASME Section III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and related nuclear quality assurance requirements. Working knowledge of CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286 is preferred. Demonstrated experience applying code, regulatory, standard, and contractual requirements to nuclear projects, audits, supplier oversight, certification activities, and program implementation is required.
Certifications:
Experience managing ASME N Certification and/or QSC activities is required. Current or prior NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification/certification, or demonstrated equivalent nuclear quality auditing experience, is strongly preferred.
Preferred Experience & Attributes:
Preferred qualifications include prior Authorized Nuclear Inspector qualification; ASME Section III survey experience; current or previous NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification; experience planning, performing, reporting, and closing audits; familiarity with CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286; demonstrated quality program leadership; ability to support multiple projects and KNS Quality District priorities; strong communication and organizational skills; and a commitment to safety, ethics, compliance, and continuous improvement.
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.
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.
Requisition ID: 181282
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Department: Quality
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
The Quality Manager / ASME Section III Program Manager reports to the VP of Quality and serves as KNS’s subject matter expert for the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. This role develops, implements, manages, maintains, and improves KNS quality programs supporting ASME Section III and applicable CSA nuclear requirements, including CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286. The position ensures compliance with NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and contractual requirements while supporting ASME Section III surveys, N Certification and/or Quality System Certificate activities, audits, projects, and related KNS Quality District initiatives.
District Overview
Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental, and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets and leverage Kiewit’s 135 years of construction and engineering excellence to provide holistic solutions for our clients.
Location
Lenexa, KS or Oak Ridge, TN. This position requires approximately 20% travel, and remote work is possible based on business needs.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, manage, and continuously improve KNS quality programs for compliance with ASME Section III, applicable CSA nuclear standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual commitments.
- Serve as program owner for ASME Section III and applicable CSA quality program requirements, including implementing procedures, program documents, and governance processes.
- Manage ASME N Certification and/or QSC activities, including readiness, maintenance, renewals, and interface with projects and certifying bodies.
- Plan for, support, and participate in ASME Section III surveys, audits, assessments, responses, and corrective actions.
- Provide technical direction on ASME Section III requirements to Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction, Project Management, Quality, and leadership.
- Monitor program performance, identify compliance risks and improvement opportunities, and implement actions to strengthen program effectiveness and audit readiness.
- Support the interpretation and application of ASME Section III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and other applicable quality requirements across projects and organizational functions.
- Maintain or support NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification and lead or perform internal, supplier, project, and program audits.
- Plan, conduct, report, and close audits and assessments, including corrective action verification and management reporting.
- Implement and manage CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286 quality requirements where invoked by project, supplier, client, or contract requirements.
- Support ongoing projects and KNS Quality District work, including procedures, readiness, audits, supplier oversight, corrective action, records, training, and project quality execution.
- Oversee quality program interfaces related to supplier oversight, commercial grade dedication, corrective action, nonconformance control, records, and quality documentation as applicable to the ASME Section III Program.
- Partner with leadership to support strategic planning, staffing, training, and qualification needs necessary to sustain the ASME Section III Program.
- Mentor personnel and promote a strong culture of quality, compliance, safety, ethics, and continuous improvement.
- Support business development, proposals, and client engagements involving ASME Section III and nuclear quality program capabilities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Science, or a related technical discipline; and 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in nuclear quality assurance, quality program management, or related technical leadership roles. Experience implementing an ASME Section III Program is required. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of combined relevant education and experience in nuclear quality assurance, ASME Section III program implementation, or related program management experience will be considered.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge:
Strong working knowledge of ASME Section III, NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, and related nuclear quality assurance requirements. Working knowledge of CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286 is preferred. Demonstrated experience applying code, regulatory, standard, and contractual requirements to nuclear projects, audits, supplier oversight, certification activities, and program implementation is required.
Certifications:
Experience managing ASME N Certification and/or QSC activities is required. Current or prior NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification/certification, or demonstrated equivalent nuclear quality auditing experience, is strongly preferred.
Preferred Experience & Attributes:
Preferred qualifications include prior Authorized Nuclear Inspector qualification; ASME Section III survey experience; current or previous NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification; experience planning, performing, reporting, and closing audits; familiarity with CSA N299, CSA N285, and CSA N286; demonstrated quality program leadership; ability to support multiple projects and KNS Quality District priorities; strong communication and organizational skills; and a commitment to safety, ethics, compliance, and continuous improvement.
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.
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.
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Frame your credentials around construction project delivery
Kiewit's Program Manager roles center on EPC and large capital projects in energy. Tailor your resume to show scope management, schedule control, and multi-site delivery experience rather than general operations management.
Target postings that list multiple project types
Kiewit staffs Program Managers across power generation, renewables, and industrial construction simultaneously. Applying to roles tied to active project pipelines in your discipline, not just open headcount, improves your odds of a sponsorship-inclusive offer.
Clarify your OPT or CPT runway before the first interview
If you're on F-1 OPT, Kiewit will assess whether your remaining authorization covers the project start date. Know your exact end date and whether STEM OPT extension applies to your degree before any recruiter conversation.
Understand how TN status fits a Program Manager title
Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN status for engineering management roles, but the TN category must align with your specific job duties and degree. Confirm with USCIS guidance that your role qualifies before assuming TN is available.
Negotiate sponsorship commitment during the offer stage
Kiewit's recruiting process moves quickly once an offer is extended. Ask explicitly during offer negotiation whether the role includes H-1B petition filing or PERM-based Green Card support, and get that commitment in writing before you accept.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Program Managers?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Program Manager roles. The company operates across energy, power, and industrial construction projects that require experienced project leadership, and it has a history of filing H-1B petitions for qualified candidates in this function. Sponsorship is typically tied to specific project needs, so roles aligned with active capital programs are the strongest targets.
Which visa types does Kiewit commonly use for Program Manager roles?
Kiewit supports several visa categories for Program Managers, including H-1B, TN visa, and J-1 visa for temporary work authorization, and EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa classifications for candidates pursuing permanent residence. F-1 OPT and CPT are also utilized for candidates completing degree programs in engineering or construction management. The appropriate category depends on your nationality, degree, and employment timeline.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for Program Manager positions?
Kiewit's Program Manager roles in energy and construction typically require a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, combined with direct experience managing large capital or EPC projects. Demonstrated ability to oversee scope, budget, schedule, and cross-functional teams on multi-site projects is the practical standard. PMP certification strengthens a candidacy but is rarely listed as a hard requirement.
How do I apply for Program Manager jobs at Kiewit?
You can apply directly through Kiewit's careers portal, where openings are posted by region and project type. For a faster view of roles where Kiewit has a documented sponsorship track record for Program Managers, browse listings on Migrate Mate, which aggregates positions filtered by visa sponsorship history. Tailor your application to the specific project discipline listed in the posting, as Kiewit evaluates candidates against active project requirements.
How do I plan my timeline if Kiewit is sponsoring my H-1B?
H-1B petitions are subject to the annual cap with a lottery selection process that runs in March for an October 1 start date. If you're already on OPT or a cap-exempt status, Kiewit can file outside the lottery window. Confirm whether your situation requires a cap-subject filing and build your job search timeline backward from the April lottery registration deadline to avoid gaps in work authorization.