Project Quality Manager

Requisition ID: 283642

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Reston, VA

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Job Summary:

In this role, you will lead a team to align quality culture and programs with business strategy to improve project performance. You will manage Quality Management System certification and assessment and oversee the review and evaluation of project quality and execution plans. Your leadership will elevate organizational competencies and drive quality culture, standards, core programs, and processes.

Major Responsibilities:

Level 1

• Contributes to and implements the development, coordination, communication and concurrence with Quality policies, standards, core programs and procedures for use across a large project or small GBU
• Builds and drives competency/training program to drive the quality culture and processes across the project or GBU
• Participates or leads developing, coordinating, and maintaining the Job Architecture for the Quality function
• Manages the enterprise level or project level Quality Management System certification and represents the project/GBU during audits conducted by client, management, or regulatory agencies
• Manages the auditing and assessments to verify the effectiveness of the quality system/program/plan
• Provides oversight and input to the quality elements of project execution plans and project quality plans
• Develops schedule, budgets, and staffing planning for project or GBU quality activities
• Manages and coordinates talent acquisition/strategic hires and assignment with Corporate, GBUs (Global Business Unit) and projects (with D&I considerations)
• Develops the quality function talent growth strategy including training in coordination with the GBUs and projects
• Coordinates, schedules, and communicates project or GBU Management Review requirements with functions to ensure management review goals and objectives are met

Level 2

• Provides oversight and input to the quality elements of project execution plans and project quality plans
• Coordinates, schedules, and communicates project or GBU Management Review requirements with functions to ensure management review goals and objectives are met

Education and Experience Requirements:

Level 1

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience​

Level 2

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 15+ years of relevant experience or 19+ years of relevant work experience​

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Working knowledge of the following codes and standards: ISO 9001, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME NQA-1.
• Broad knowledge of the quality principles and their application to engineering, ES&H, procurement, construction, start-up, and operations.
• Broad knowledge of the application of corrective actions to reconcile nonconforming conditions and prevent future occurrences.
• Broad knowledge of regulatory requirements and functions which impact the quality program.
• Advanced oral and written communication, change management, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Proficiency in providing direction and on-the-job training to assigned personnel.
• Proficiency in managing financial performance.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer programs.
• Experience managing a ASME NQA-1 Quality Program.
• Experience managing an ISO Quality Program.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]