Project Quality Manager

Description

• Evaluate and qualify suppliers and subcontractors per NQA-1 criteria.
• Ensure proper maintenance of QA records in accordance with NQA-1 retention and archival requirements.
• Serves as Project Quality Manager on project quality program based on ASME NQA-1 and ISO-17025 standards
• Independently verifies, documents and reports project compliance with project quality plans and procedures (Tier 1/2).
• Conduct source inspections, audits, and surveillance of vendor activities.
• Manage nonconformance reporting (NCR), corrective and preventive action reports (CPAR), and root cause analysis.
• Plans, performs and documents independent field QA surveillance of concrete testing and inspections for compliance with the project specification and applicable ASTM standards (Tier 3 Field Work Instructions).
• Assists in Atlas-Behavior Based Safety by being a Safety Resource.
• Coordinates quality support activities and results with Project Manager and Concrete Quality Technical Manager.
• Review and approve quality-related documentation including inspection reports, test plans, and certifications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific QA plans and procedures.
• Ensures a Safe Work Environment
• Support continuous improvement and training initiatives.
• Maintain qualification records for inspectors, auditors, and technical staff.
• Ensure procurement documents include appropriate QA requirements. Personnel Training & Qualification
• Performs project QA support role for controlling and documenting nonconforming work, including independent QA verification of effectiveness on Corrective/Preventive Action (CPAR) documents.
• Depending on client production schedule, may be required to support shift rotation (days/swings).
• Interface with project management, engineering, and client representatives on QA matters.
• Ensure project personnel are indoctrinated and trained per NQA-1 requirements.
• Promotes the Atlas Core Values (Life, Heart, Mastery, Trust).
• May be required to work different shift rotations depending on the construction production schedule.
• Oversee document control processes to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Lead internal and external audits, surveillances, and assessments.
• Provide regular QA status reports, metrics, and risk assessments.
• Support resolution of quality-related issues and promote a culture of compliance and excellence.
• Ensure QA activities are aligned with contractual, regulatory, and client requirements.

Requirements

• Familiarity with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, and NRMCA standards.
• Read/Write English as primary language including ability to write clear and concise inspection reports.
• 4-year college degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences or Construction Technology (preferred), combined with minimum 5 years of relevant Construction Materials Testing (CMT) project experience.
• Valid driving license, clean driving record, proof of insurance, and the ability to pass a drug test is required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work outdoors.
• Familiarity with concrete testing and inspection experience (Construction Materials Testing/CMT).
• Familiar with ASTM/ACI/AASHTO standards.
• Strong math skills and general computer skills.
• Must be US Citizen; "Dual citizenship" not allowable by client.
• Work outdoors in typical Idaho weather conditions.
• Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 and ISO 17025 quality standards and program elements.
• Familiarity with DOE, NRC, or other regulatory agency requirements applicable to nuclear projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality assurance, or a related technical field or Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance within nuclear or highly regulated industries.
• Communicate both orally and in writing and work in a cooperative and courteous manner with the public, contractors, supervisors, and other department staff.
• Must obtain OSHA 10 hour certification during on-boarding.
• Must have a professional work ethic, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Be proficient in Excel, Word, PDF editing software and Outlook.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance