Job Information
The Walsh Group Senior Quality Manager in Chicago, Illinois
OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking a Senior Quality Manager for the RLE project in our Transportation Division located in Chicago, IL.
The Senior Quality Manager reports to the Project Executive and is responsible for overseeing, developing, and leading all Quality system related activities for the Project, facilitating the development and evaluation of the CQMS, the DBMS, and verifying the state of compliance of Subcontractor Quality Plans. The QM has the responsibility and authority to implement, maintain, and improve the Project Design Build Management System. The QM will work full time and exclusively for the project during design, construction and testing/commissioning activities.
As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.
There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:
Challenging, complex work
Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
Opportunities for growth, training, and development
Flexibility in career path & progression
Opportunities to work and live all over the United States
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reports directly to the project executive management outside of the operational project leadership
Functionality coordinate with the WVTCP Project Executive on the performance against the CQMS and any need for improvements, nonconformances, and areas performing well
Review and approve the Design Quality Management Plan and other Subcontractor Quality Plans that meet or exceed the Project quality requirements
Serve as a liaison with CTA and Project stakeholders on matters related to quality.
Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence or recurrence of nonconformities
Subcontract and purchase order review prior to execution, to ensure that Quality requirements are sufficiently embedded within for subcontractor accountability
Review and approval of Design-Build Management System Plans
Verification of compliance with contract requirements for Out of Sequence process completion
Developing internal and external audit and surveillance schedules commensurate with design and construction activities
Establishing baseline metrics and reporting on the state of quality by using data analysis
Providing guidance to trade workforce, project management, QA and QC personnel in designing, planning, constructing, testing, inspecting, commissioning and documenting project outcomes – including subconsultants and subcontractors at every tier.
Ensure Supplier audits and surveillances that include factory acceptance testing or proprietary quality procedures Monitor the needs, the qualifications and composition of the quality staff
Ensure that specific training sessions are conducted to educate the quality and production staff on project’s expectations.
Provide guidance to the Lead QA Auditor, DQM manager, and AQCL to resolve quality issues.
Compile and maintain quality summaries and records in collaboration with the Systems and Document Owners.
Lead the process for developing monitoring tools such as Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) showing the effectiveness of the Contractor’s Quality Management System.
Report to the leadership Team via the Project Controls Manager, on the project’s overarching quality performance. This will include details on:
Agreed - Objectives and KPIs.
The status and closure of NCRs.
The implementation of the Internal & External Audit Schedule and audit findings.
Status of system improvement initiatives and preventive actions.
Implement measurement systems to continuously measure the effectiveness of the quality management system.
Quality Manager participation on the Risk Management Committee.
Ensure timely contracts for 3rd party subcontractors.
The QM interfaces on a regular basis with:
WVTCP Joint Venture Project Executive – to meet and achieve project and quality goals and objectives
PM and Project Executive – execution of management plans and overall conformance to the DBMS requirements CTA RLE Personnel and CTA Manager of Quality Assurance Design & Construction Infrastructure Division - execution of management plans and overall conformance to the DBMS requirements for customer satisfaction feedback
CTA Owner’s Representatives (CM) – for audits, reviews, inspections and tests, and results
DQM – regarding design reviews, changes and audits
REQUIREMENTS
Required 15+ years’ experience in the construction industry, managing Quality Programs for relevant transportation projects.Demonstrated experience managing QC staff/personnel is required.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management preferred
Valid ASQ Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CQM/OE) Certification is required
Possess strong writing and organizational skills.
Well organized, flexible, self-starter, and multi-tasker. Ability to manage QA and QC teams including subcontractors.
Lead meetings, training, and improvement initiatives.
Development and presentation of training curriculum.
Knowledge and ability to navigate review of industry codes & testing and inspection requirements/standards is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience developing PowerBI dashboards is preferred.
Proficiency in quality management through Doc. Control Systems
Knowledge of ISO guidelines is preferred.
Salary: $125,000 - $186,000/Yr.
Division: Transportation
Job Category: Quality
Job Type: Full_time
Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.
The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran