Program Quality Manager - Houston, TX
Apply NowCompany: Bureau Veritas
Location: Houston, TX 77084
Description:
Job Summary:
The Quality Manager is responsible for working with the Project Owner Group to develop and implement a quality
control plan addressing areas including vendor assessment, inspection criticality levels, budgeting, defining key
positions/personnel, and execution plan from project startup to commissioning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Organization, flexibility, outstanding focus and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but
are not limited to:
Help craft a quality strategy given the project philosophy, risk profile and budget.
Create detailed quality plans outlining inspection procedures, testing methods, acceptance criteria and
documentation requirements for all project phases.
Perform or oversee supplier audits to help develop a resilient supply chain, assess compliance with quality
standards, identify non-conformances, and implement corrective actions.
Define key quality metrics and implement a tracking system to analyze the data and report on overall project
quality performance to all stakeholders.
Help develop key competencies for various roles, oversee the selection and training of qualified program staff,
assign clear roles and responsibilities, provide effective supervision, and manage performance to ensure efficient
Project Quality Assurance.
Act as the point-of-contact for all matters relating to Quality Management on the assigned project.
Develop and provide training to project team members on quality standards, procedures and documentation
requirements.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, site contractors and clients to ensure alignment on quality goals
and effectively communicate quality issues.
Implement the client safety strategy for the defined scope of work and address environmental standards and
regulations
Identify potential quality risks, implement mitigation strategies and monitor their effectiveness
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes as necessary
Actively participate in regular meetings with the project team.
Managerial Responsibilities
Oversite of the entire quality team
Skills The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required.
Experience working in a Quality capacity on projects of 50M+
General knowledge of engineering, construction principles, and practices for large Capex projects
Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations
Technical knowledge of oil and gas operations, equipment and facilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Leadership and team management skills
Ability to work under pressure
Experienced dealing with subcontracts and subcontractors
Education, Competencies, and Experience
Minimum 15 years in Quality, Engineering or Construction Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering or management preferred
Experience in the Energy Industry
15+ Years of relevant work experience with major Capex projects
Physical and Environmental Conditions The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While most of the job is office-based, there will be time spent on the job location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirement
Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25/50 pounds regularly/occasionally
Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations.
Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
Must be able to work in cold environments and on concrete floors.
Working Conditions
working indoors and outdoors
excessive heat, humidity, cold
working around machinery with moving parts
working around moving objects or vehicles
working around moving machinery/heavy equipment
working in close proximity to others
Travel Requirements
Up to 35% travel may be require
The Quality Manager is responsible for working with the Project Owner Group to develop and implement a quality
control plan addressing areas including vendor assessment, inspection criticality levels, budgeting, defining key
positions/personnel, and execution plan from project startup to commissioning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Organization, flexibility, outstanding focus and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but
are not limited to:
Help craft a quality strategy given the project philosophy, risk profile and budget.
Create detailed quality plans outlining inspection procedures, testing methods, acceptance criteria and
documentation requirements for all project phases.
Perform or oversee supplier audits to help develop a resilient supply chain, assess compliance with quality
standards, identify non-conformances, and implement corrective actions.
Define key quality metrics and implement a tracking system to analyze the data and report on overall project
quality performance to all stakeholders.
Help develop key competencies for various roles, oversee the selection and training of qualified program staff,
assign clear roles and responsibilities, provide effective supervision, and manage performance to ensure efficient
Project Quality Assurance.
Act as the point-of-contact for all matters relating to Quality Management on the assigned project.
Develop and provide training to project team members on quality standards, procedures and documentation
requirements.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, site contractors and clients to ensure alignment on quality goals
and effectively communicate quality issues.
Implement the client safety strategy for the defined scope of work and address environmental standards and
regulations
Identify potential quality risks, implement mitigation strategies and monitor their effectiveness
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes as necessary
Actively participate in regular meetings with the project team.
Managerial Responsibilities
Oversite of the entire quality team
Skills The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required.
Experience working in a Quality capacity on projects of 50M+
General knowledge of engineering, construction principles, and practices for large Capex projects
Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations
Technical knowledge of oil and gas operations, equipment and facilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Leadership and team management skills
Ability to work under pressure
Experienced dealing with subcontracts and subcontractors
Education, Competencies, and Experience
Minimum 15 years in Quality, Engineering or Construction Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering or management preferred
Experience in the Energy Industry
15+ Years of relevant work experience with major Capex projects
Physical and Environmental Conditions The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While most of the job is office-based, there will be time spent on the job location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirement
Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25/50 pounds regularly/occasionally
Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations.
Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
Must be able to work in cold environments and on concrete floors.
Working Conditions
working indoors and outdoors
excessive heat, humidity, cold
working around machinery with moving parts
working around moving objects or vehicles
working around moving machinery/heavy equipment
working in close proximity to others
Travel Requirements
Up to 35% travel may be require