Quality Manager – Utilities, Civil

Mortenson

Quality Manager overseeing quality management for underground utility construction projects. Leading compliance and improvement initiatives with a focus on large-scale infrastructure.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,100 - $150,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management (QM) methods and procedures, with a strong focus on underground utility construction and compliance with quality standards. Capable of leading quality processes, conducting audits, and collaborating with project teams to drive continuous improvement.

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Quality Management OversightUnderground Utility ConstructionISO 9000 KnowledgeMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyProject Management Training

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Hard Skills

Quality Management ProceduresConstruction SpecificationsPressure TestingHydrology TestingQuality AuditsInspection of WorkContinuous ImprovementLean MethodologyMalcolm BaldridgeValue Streams

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCustomer Service SkillsProfessional AttitudeOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Primavera Unifier

Industry Keywords

Construction LawUtility Quality StandardsProject SpecificationsQuality System LeadershipStakeholder Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide multiple quality management oversight for underground utility construction, including stormwater, duct bank, wastewater, and water systems.
Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality management procedures and processes.
Ensure project teams properly establish and follow quality requirements, standards, and documentation processes.
Review and interpret project specifications, contract requirements, and utility quality standards across multiple owners and projects.
Coordinate and support testing activities and requirements, including pressure testing, hydrology testing, and other utility system verification processes.
Work with project teams and contractors to ensure testing programs are properly planned, executed, and documented.
Provide subject matter expertise in Quality Management (QM) methods, procedures, and best practices.
Conduct quality reviews, audits, inspections, and follow-up activities to drive compliance and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with project managers, field teams, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve quality-related issues and implement corrective actions.
Monitor and communicate quality performance metrics, risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
Serve as a remote-based quality resource with regular travel to project sites as needed.
Lead quality processes and potentially manage and develop a quality team as project demands grow.
Leverage experience on large-scale utility infrastructure projects, with particular emphasis on underground utility systems and construction quality.
Maintain strong familiarity with construction specifications, standards, and technical documentation, with the ability to interpret complex project requirements and apply them consistently across varied project environments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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