Job Description

Position Title: Quality Assurance Specialist IV

Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services, and more.  

Position Description:

The position requires the monitoring of processes and procedures for a Tunnel Project from start to completion.

Duties May Include but are not Limited to the Following:

• Serve as a point of escalation for technical issues within the Quality Management department.
• Monitor project investigations performed by internal auditors, state auditors, Independent Quality Assurance (IQA) Contractor from Mackinac Strait Corridor Authority (MSCA), and PHMSA (Federal regulators).
• Analyze construction quality-related data from a variety of sources including audit logs, nonconformance logs, contract review logs, audits conducted by IQA, PHMSA, and similar data.
• Conduct field Process Assessments to ensure all project requirements are being adhered to.
• Develop and maintain documents related to processes, procedures, guidelines, handbooks, work instructions, and project presentations. Present Project Quality related information to audiences of diverse sizes and backgrounds. Serve as a Quality Management System (QMS) Power User as needed.
• Represent the Quality Management department at industry conferences and report back on meetings as required. Assist in reviewing Supply Chain Vendor Data Documentation.
• Work cross-functionally with technical groups (Operational Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Administration Services, Pipeline Integrity, Metallurgical Services, Design (Pipeline/Compressor Station), and Supply Chain).
• Serve as a good steward of company resources, interests, and demonstrate integrity and trust through words and actions.
• The position requires performing Process Assessments on the project and assisting with the review of contract Exhibits during the RFP and IFC period.
• The position assignee also assists with specification revisions to ensure compliance with Company, State, and PHMSA DOT 195 regulations.
• The assignee receives periodic direction from their supervisor, Project Manager (PM), and work is checked on a periodic basis.

   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• The position requires a minimum of ten (10) years prior experience working in US Tunnel projects and the construction industry.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of applicable US codes and standards for Tunnel construction, notably concrete construction ACI (American Concrete Institute) and ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers.
• Included in the ten (10) years of prior experience, a minimum of five (5) years of field construction experience is required.
• The position requires a fundamental understanding of quality management principles as well as project management principles.

NICE TO HAVE QUALITIES:

• A thorough knowledge of applicable codes and standards in pipeline construction, QMS Training, Root Cause Analysis Training, NACE 1 or Higher, CWI, API 1169.
• Logical and analytical problem solver, ability to troubleshoot issues and understand technical issues, and ability to demonstrate sound reasoning and judgment.
• Must be highly motivated, show initiative/independence, and be driven to make important contributions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Fundamental understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Writer.
• Fundamental familiarity with the process of writing SOPs, guidelines, and creating handbooks.
• Fundamental understanding of the contract conformance process. Fundamental understanding of a Phase Project Lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Governing Regulations (API 1104 Latest Edition, Pipeline Safety Regulations 195, etc.).
• Ability to assist during inspection staff trainings. Ability to manage diverse relationships, build effective teams, and seek conflict resolution in a professional manner.
• Ability to travel as needed: This position may oversee the work of contract personnel but has no direct Company employee reports. This position will be based in the Houston Office. This position requires frequent overnight travel. Work Schedule will be in the office, 10 hours per day/ 5 days per week.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Civil Engineering or Construction degree preferred.