Talascend is currently seeking a Staff Site Quality Specialist for a contract opportunity located in Akron, OH.

OVERVIEW:

The Staff Site Quality Specialist is responsible for the implemented quality program on projects to confirm projects are fabricated/installed, examined, tested, and documented in accordance with the project specifications, governing codes of construction and contract documents.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Construction Quality Section Manager with managing and mentoring quality personnel relative to the scope, complexity and logistics of work.
Understand and utilize project specifications to proactively support successful fabrication/installation of product and service as well as work with engineering on project related alignment between construction and engineering.
Proactively support the successful implementation of the Construction Quality Plan, including key processes (e.g. document Mgmt., Material Mgmt., Special Processes, etc.) and when necessary elevate opportunities to the project lead.
Develop Inspection and Test Plans with collaboration from the project team.
Assist the responsible Construction Quality Manager to review and confirm compliance with of the subcontractor Quality submittals as required, and their Inspection and Test Plans.
Lead preparatory meeting and communicate the contractual quality requirements to the subcontractors so that quality objectives are understood and may be achieved.
Staying ahead of installation activities and communicating any complexities associated with upcoming work.
Monitor and when required, Inspect fabricated/installed products and services to confirm they are in compliance with project specifications and drawings and results documented, as required.
Monitor fabrication/installation of product and service to proactively support compliant product.
Review quality verification documents to confirm all attributes are addressed as they are issued and confirm compliance with the specifications and drawings.
Manage the "punch list process" and when required, perform acceptance inspections of completed items.
Manage weekly quality meetings with client, and subcontractors.
Responsible for recommendations, enhancements and changes to the CDB Quality Management System.
Confirm conditions adverse to quality (nonconformances) are identified, segregated, documented, dispositioned and tracked through acceptance and closure.
Assign Welding Procedure Specification to the applicable weldments.
Assist in the set-up and tracking welder to weld traceability. - Track project quality metrics.
Confirm the project turnover deliverables are populated and correspond to project activities.
Comply with all Safety & Health requirements and monitors construction activities to ensure adherence to safety standards.
Participate in the Task Safety Observations (TSO's) process and define corrective measures for problem areas.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma/GED Required.
Minimum of five (5) years of high voltage transmission line or substation project experience is preferred.
Must have detailed knowledge in substations, networks/telecommunications, or transmission lines.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong document control skills.
Proficient with computers and strong background in Microsoft Excel and other database platforms.
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. Self-motivated and works well without direct oversight.
Knowledge of NERC / FERC requirements is a bonus but not required.
Ability to travel.
Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of this position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary; other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background check and drug screen may be required for this position.

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Talascend is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.