Sr. Quality Specialist - Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Requisition ID: 179952 Job Level: Senior Level Home District/Group: Central District Department: Quality Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Header _If you are reviewing this position from other websites, we recommend you apply directly to the position at our website at_ _ _to this position - 179952._ We are adding a Sr. Quality Specialist to our Kiewit team to support Heavy Civil Infrastructure Construction projects that involve earthwork, grading, site balancing, utilities, drainage, underground trenching, stormwater systems, paving, and concrete aspects of Transportation, Power and Water projects, around the United States. In this role, you will provide Quality oversight, for the construction team, to ensure our projects are built to the quality requirements, specifications and client requirements required, performing testing, inspections and general quality guidance and training for the construction team to ensure all quality control activities are planned, executed and documented according to the contract and our internal quality program. At its core, your role is protect the project from risk. You will report to a Quality Manager at the site and will be working on projects that may be 6 months to multi-years in terms of duration with great mentoring and development to take you to the next level. Kiewit is one of North Americau2019s largest and most respected engineering and construction organizations. Kiewitu2019s commitment to safety, quality and environmental stewardship is ingrained in everything we do. Itu2019s visible in our core values, the work that we build and in our people. With over $18B in revenue and over 32,000 employees, we operate in 8 different market segments designing and building large and complex structures throughout North America This role if for a quality focused individual looking for a longterm, stable career, with desire to gain certifications and develop into a Safety Manager. We offer great career development and support your career by paying for your necessary certifications to get the job done. If you have strong quality skills, leadership skills, and at least 5 years in quality functions, across large, complex jobs - we would love to talk with you. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success District Overview Kiewit's Central District operates in the central and south-central regions of the United States. We build heavy civil and transportation projects, including highways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams and tunnels. With one of the largest equipment fleets in the region, we can mobilize to any location as a full-service construction team capable of self-performing mass grading, drainage, bridge construction, aggregate production, paving, rail and utility construction. Location As a Sr Quality Specialist, you will support projects around the United States. We support projects in CO, MT, WY, NM, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, IA, MN, KY and TN. In this role, you must be willing to travel to project sites as needed and visit our district office in Lone Tree Colorado occasionally for training and meetings. When assigned to a project site, we provide per diem and trips home. Your initial project will be located in Louisville KY . Responsibilities Develops and maintains the projectu2019s inspection and test plans (ITPs) for earthwork, utilities, drainage, structures, paving, and other civil scopes. u2022 Coordinates daily inspections and testing to match production schedules so crews are never waiting on quality signu2011offs. u2022 Performs or oversees verification inspections for highu2011risk activities and ensures acceptance criteria are met. Documentation and compliance management u2022 Ensures all inspection reports, test results, NCRs, corrective actions, and quality records are complete, accurate, and auditu2011ready. u2022 Reviews and approves inspection/test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards. u2022 Manages source and receiving inspections for permanent materials (pipe, rebar, aggregates, structural components). Crossu2011functional coordination u2022 Works closely with operations to build work packages that clearly define required inspections, tests, and documentation before work begins. u2022 Leads preu2011activity meetings to confirm readiness and prevent rework. u2022 Communicates proactively with owners, thirdu2011party inspectors, and design partners to address concerns before they escalate. Supplier and subcontractor quality oversight u2022 Reviews supplier quality documentation for contract compliance. u2022 Ensures subcontractors follow Kiewitu2019s quality program and projectu2011specific requirements. u2022 Verifies that materials and equipment meet specifications before installation. Cost and risk management u2022 Forecasts and tracks costs for thirdu2011party testing and inspection services. u2022 Identifies qualityu2011related risks early and works with project leadership to mitigate them. u2022 Helps prevent cost impacts from rework, schedule delays, or nonu2011conforming work. Leadership and mentoring u2022 Guides junior quality specialists and field engineers on quality processes, documentation, and technical requirements. u2022 Sets expectations for quality culture on the project, reinforcing Kiewitu2019s standards for safety, workmanship, and accountability. Qualifications + Self-starter with exceptional organization and interpersonal skills. + Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality or related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years in Quality and field inspection, quality auditing, and surveillance for construction is required with a BS degree. If Associates Degree, at least 8 plus years in a Quality Specialist role, performing functions as outlined above. Working knowledge of the inspection and testing techniques for Asphalt, concrete, soil, and other related inspection/testing performed for Heavy Civil Construction. Must have experience managing documentation for the project, as well as experience scheduling and overseeing 3rd party testing, developing inspection reports, and corrective actions and ensuring materials and equipment meet company standards and specifications. + Working knowledge of construction industry codes relating to area of expertise (i.e. ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.) + Knowledge of quality control procedures, tracking and reporting, material/equipment quality review and experience reviewing completed work packages to ensure drawings/specifications and client requirements are met. Prefer advanced skills in MS Office and knowledge/use of AI is preferred + Experience as a Quality Specilaist with Heavy Civil Construction is required, either through a GC, or engineering/consulting firm or testing firm. #LI-JB1 Other Requirements: u2022 Regular, reliable attendance u2022 Work productively and meet deadlines timely u2022 Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment u2022 Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. u2022 Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. u2022 FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. Base Compensation: $105,000 - $125,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from: 03/19/2026 - 05/05/2026 We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package thatu2019s 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. Company: Kiewit

Created: 2026-03-23