Quality Manager – Earthwork – Civil

April 21, 2025
$97,600 - $146,400 / year
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Job Description

Quality Manager – Civil

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Quality Manager for our Civil Operating Group with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions. Excellent written and verbal communications skills are vital, with attention to detail equally important. The Quality Manager will lead, manage, document, monitor, and analyze the quality system on medium to large projects. Also, ensure necessary corrective and preventative actions are taken.

This position requires the person to live in or permanentely relocate to the Minneapolis, MN area. This is not a remote position. The candidate must have extensive earthwork experience, as well as effectively managing Quality Engineers and several projects at one time. This position does NOT offer sponsorship.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Incorporate and lead Mortenson’s quality system on medium to large sized projects
Lead planning, development, and implementation of the Quality Management Plan and system for all work divisions from notice to proceed through final customer acceptance
Establish and lead quality control initiatives, activities (three Phase Inspection Process), and corrective actions
Review project plans for quality requirements prior to Issue for Construction drawings
Manage Quality Events and corrective actions
Manage the punch list identification and closeout process
Manage Non-Conformance Notices and the Request for Information process through corrective actions
Manage and resolve issues with and without guidance from the Project Manager or Superintendent
Oversee and coordinate third party peer design and third-party testing agencies
Make and implement recommendations as necessary
Manage subcontracts and suppliers for the project
Visit suppliers to review quality program for vital project components
Coach and mentor Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)
Provide job assignments and manage career development
Train others on Kaizen event roles or visual management
Participate in and lead group Kaizen activities
Maintain quality processes until project completion
Complete special projects or initiatives as assigned by the operating group quality director
Assure project success if required to run a project or portion of a project as a Project Manager or Superintendent
QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent field
Minimum three years’ experience in the design, engineering, or construction industry with experience leading a project’s quality system
Strong attention to detail to organize and manage multiple project tasks
Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Primavera Unifier
Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
Knowledge of one or more quality systems: i.e., Malcolm Baldridge, ISO 9000, Lean, Kaizen, Army Corps of Engineers, Mortenson’s Quality System, continuous improvement, value streams, etc.
Experience with issue management, and inspection of work put in place
Completed training in basic project management and supervision
Current driver’s license
A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program
**The base pay range for this role is $97,600 – $146,400. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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**Please make note:

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let’s Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

**Other Items to Note

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Note:
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