Field Quality Manager (Solar)
Job Description
Position Overview
The Field Quality Manager (FQM) is responsible for serving as the primary onsite quality support to all team members and crafts by managing the development and implementation of the Site-Specific Quality Plan and by researching/answering questions regarding quality. The FQM is a member of the project management team, able to work with minimal supervision, and takes the lead role in managing project quality and establishing the expected level of workmanship. This position requires the incumbent to develop thorough knowledge of the project and schedule as they apply to QA/QC. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time, with the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US, spending 8-12 months on average per project. A company vehicle and fuel card will be provided, along with designated daily per diem to support living expenses.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
- Manage the Site-Specific Quality Plan, ensuring products and services meet predefined quality standards and Client expectations
- Read and understand plans and specifications, visualizing two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions
- Develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications for assigned work
- Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost-saving measures
- Inspect subordinates' work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and take corrective action
- Listen to employees' and supervisors' suggestions, complaints, and quality concerns, and devise a plan of action
- Observe the functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments
- Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards
- Have a working knowledge of MasTec Quality Control Manual and supporting procedures
- Mentor and train QA/QC inspectors as needed
- Prepare the Monthly Project Quality Report and submit to Divisional Quality Manager
- Facilitate Site Specific Quality Plan implementation walkarounds and participate in weekly meetings
- Plan and perform field inspections and tests to coordinate with the construction schedule
- Perform weekly quality audits on each scope for the project
- Ensure tests are performed and interpreted timely to minimize impacts due to failure
- Provide training to supervision and craftsmen regarding project-specific quality process
- Provide QA/QC input to task planning
- Develop written instructions and procedures for project-specific activities
- Organize and maintain project and corporate QA/QC files
- Review/approve all third-party test results for compliance with project requirements
- Work with field staff to identify and issue Quality Alerts and corrective actions
- Train Field Engineers on quality job requirements
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in quality, industrial technology, engineering, construction, welding, or related technical field
- Two years of quality experience in construction or operations; experience with civil, electrical, or mechanical activities preferred
- Trade certifications in testing, inspecting, etc. preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Self-starter with organizational, managerial, and leadership skills
- Working knowledge of construction industry codes (ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of all crafts and their associated special processes, inspection, and testing techniques
- Familiarity with principles of quality metrics, lean kaizen, and continuous improvement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Proficient knowledge and operational abilities of software packages for quality records
- Ability to coach, mentor, and collaborate with staff at all levels
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: $100,000-$120,000 / year, commensurate with experience
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice)
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment