Regional Quality Manager

About the role

We are currently seeking a Regional Quality Manager for our Transportation Division located in Herndon, VA / Washington, D.C. region. The Regional Quality Manager is responsible for developing, implementing and leading quality operations within a single or multiple business groups. The Regional Quality Manager will be a leader of continuous improvement and risk management strategy through effective implementation of the QMS to improve profitability. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company: Challenging, complex work Creative and innovative problem-solving environment Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work Opportunities for growth, training, and development Flexibility in career path & progression Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

Responsibilities

• Continually coordinates with clients, Business Group Operations Managers, service providers, and Project Managers to ensure seamless application of quality programming for the region or BGLs.
• Promotes the importance of Quality throughout the company in alignment with corporate strategy; supports creation of project implementation plans and training.
• Provides advanced leadership to drive development of staff. Has high-level interactive involvement with strategic recruitment and staffing, succession planning and training. Serves as mentor and coach to all levels of QC Managers to advance their careers at Walsh, improving retention.
• Assists BGLs and their Program, Area and Operations Managers in establishing project quality staff requirements as well as identifying/developing qualified quality project personnel.
• Assists Division Director in QMS updating and auditing. Establishes, implements and maintains standardized quality processes and standard operating procedures.
• Contributes to company-wide and cross-division Quality initiatives, lesson sharing and overall continuous improvement. Involvement in support groups such as Construction Technology Forum (CTF), Focus Group or other company improvement initiatives is encouraged.
• Responsible for risk management strategy that helps business groups improve profitability by reducing risk and improving efficiency via process management and risk mitigation.
• Responsible for mega project start-up including project management planning (PMP documents), documentation setup and initial partnering efforts. Supports in project pursuits via proposal write-ups, quality cost estimation and contractual risk management.
• Maintains relationships with owners, clients, subcontractors, design partners and stakeholders to support project partnering and issue resolution. Coordinates initial project quality training and partnering efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in AEC program or equivalent related field experience
• Preferred Construction Industry Association Certification in Organizational Management, Auditing, and/or Training
• Minimum 15 years of experience in AEC with a minimum of 10 years QA/QC leadership
• Preferred Professional Registration in an AEC
• Travel required within area or region served
• Must be a proficient public speaker, presenter and trainer
• Excellent communication skills, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and ability to prioritize, organize and manage time
• The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.
• An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran
• Salary Range Disclaimer

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