Quality Engineer

Overview

We have an immediate need for an Quality Engineer in New York City, NY.

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an “Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions” firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients.  LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston and Metro Park, NJ.

Responsibilities

Project Overview:

The Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 Project is a major infrastructure undertaking to extend the Q Line service in Manhattan. The project will be delivered through multiple, overlapping design and construction contracts. The Project Management Consultant (PMC) will be a vital part of an integrated Project Management Team (PMT) responsible for administering, managing, and ensuring the successful completion of the project safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Position Summary:

This opportunity entails being responsible for developing, proactively managing the implementation, and assuring project team adherence to the program/project quality management plan in accordance with client and JV Quality Management System requirements. When necessary, may also require compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) or Owner requirements. Utilizes expertise to improve quality performance, consistency and manage risk.

Key Responsibilities:

In collaboration with the Program/Project Manager, Design-Build leadership (when required) and the client, develop and proactively manage the implementation of the program/project quality management plan in accordance with client, owner and FTA requirements (when necessary), while also meeting JV Quality Management Standards of Performance and the requirements associated with the JV Quality Management System (QMS).• Participate in work planning collaboratively with client and PM team to determine the level of effort required for quality management.• Review and approve subconsultant quality plans, and those of other entities under contract to the client, when necessary. Monitor and ensure adherence by PMCprogram/project staff and subconsultant to the project quality plan and report on compliance internally and to client (when required), including assisting with theidentification and mitigation of quality related risks• Work with client, project, and Design-Build (when necessary) quality leadership to develop and implement technologies and processes to achieve effective quality management of deliverables.• Implement quality performance metrics to achieve client quality management objectives.• Develop and oversee the delivery of program/project quality management plan training.• Manage and implement a quality audit program.• Manage a corrective action system to identify and implement opportunities for improvement.• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quality management/engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related math/science or project management discipline and• 8 years demonstrated experience managing a quality program, including experience auditing programs/projects in the planning, design, and/or construction phases.• In lieu of education, 12 years’ experience in a quality management position.• Must have experience implementing quality management plans in compliance with ISO 9001 and/or FTA Quality Management System requirements.• Working knowledge of the principles and practices related to quality management on capital programs or projects. Practical knowledge of the implementation ofquality management plans meeting ISO 9001 and/or FTA Quality Management System requirements.• Superior communication skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Professional Engineer• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)• PMP, DBIA, AICP, or CMAA Certifications.

Our Culture:

We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment
• Compensation:  $65.00 hr. Min - $75.000 hr. Max
• The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position. 

Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidates’ qualifications and location

• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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