Quality Manager Jobs in Louisiana

Requisition ID: 177476
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Bridge Marine District
Department: Quality
Market: Marine
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Project Quality Managers at Kiewit lead the quality assurance and control program on key infrastructure projects we build across North America. You will lead the development, implementation and management of a site-specific quality plan to ensure compliance with all contract documents, regulatory standards, and engineering best practices. Kiewit is building the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) at the Port of New Orleans — a transformative $1.8 billion infrastructure project. This role requires a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Louisiana, or eligibility to transfer an existing license from another State. Relocation assistance can be provided to selected candidate.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Bridge & Marine District operates with heavy civil, marine, and industrial capabilities across North America. We are a leader in technical and traditional bridges, bridge like structures, marine structures, and dredge work. Kiewit Bridge & Marine is also the foremost constructor of floating bridges across the United States.

Responsibilities

- Lead the development and execution of the Project Quality Plan (PQP) in alignment with USACE and DOTD standards.
- Oversee quality control and assurance activities across all phases of construction, including site development, wharves, and ramps.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Conduct regular inspections, audits, and reviews of construction activities and documentation.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions.
- Serve as the liaison with third-party inspectors, regulatory agencies, and client representatives.
- Mentor and train project staff on quality procedures and continuous improvement practices.
- Promote a culture of “doing it right the first time” across all project teams.

Qualifications

- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Louisiana – active and in good standing, or the ability to transfer a license from another state.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in construction quality management, preferably on large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of USACE standards, DOTD inspection protocols, and NEPA compliance.
- Proven leadership in managing quality programs for complex construction projects.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in quality management systems and software tools.
- Experience with dam embankment, marine terminal, or heavy civil construction projects.
- Familiarity with federal permitting processes and environmental review procedures.
- Prior work with similar large-scale infrastructure contractors.

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.