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Granite Construction

21d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Arvin
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  • You should pursue a degree in Engineering or Construction Management, have quality system training, strong communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. A valid driver’s license is required.
  • You will support quality tracking, coordinate learning events, assist in RACI planning, develop inspection plans, audit compliance, and advocate for company quality policies.

Requirements

  • Pursuit of Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other Technical discipline preferred
  • Training and/or certification in one or more quality systems such as United State Army Core of Engineers (USACE) Contractor Quality Management, ASQ Manager of Quality, Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer or other continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen encouraged
  • Participation in Student Professional Organizations such as ASCE, ASME, ASQ, ACM encouraged
  • Relevant industry specific internship indicating technical, safety, quality or environmental experience on construction projects is beneficial for consideration.
  • Knowledge of and experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, US Army Corps of Engineers, Malcolm Baldrige, Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma or other recognized quality management systems
  • Technical knowledge of materials and construction concepts
  • Ability to properly manage and prioritize time, resources, and activities
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interface effectively with Corporate Quality Team and various levels of project management and field supervision personnel
  • Ability to work in high production environments and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines
  • Proficient with database operations and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to travel
  • Temporary relocation for assignment

Responsibilities

  • Provide support to Area Champions for implementation and execution of Granite’s “Rework and Quality Incident Tracking Objective” and routinely review Dashboard and assist in accumulating data related to cost and cause of rework and Quality Incidence.
  • Coordinate and facilitate Collaborative Learning Events (CLE) for Major Quality Incidents to determine Contributing Factors (CF), Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and subsequently publish Quality Alerts to establish and maintain Granite library to house CLE’s and Quality Alerts.
  • Help identify learning opportunities as a result of Quality Incidence and CLE’s/delegate input into Granite’s Lessons Learned database by routinely reviewing lessons learned to verify correct input will account for accurate filtering.
  • Assist Director in establishing a Project Quality Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed (RACI) Plan Model to provide guidance to our project teams on how to effectively implement and manage to Project Quality Minimums.
  • Assist in creating a process for capturing “Best Practices” across the Company in a centralized database to implement utilization of our database, and subsequently monitor and suggest process improvements.
  • Navigate Granite’s cloud-based Autodesk Build Project/Quality Management Platform tutorials which provides capabilities to manage project document and drawings, RFI’s, Submittals, Meetings and more.
  • Assist in establishing process for creating effective Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) that measure and coordinate quality related inspection & testing activities and identify hold-points with all required parties & stakeholders.
  • Assist and support the development and effective use of checklists to guide construction activities through process of acceptance of work for Definable Features of Work (DFOW).
  • Participate with project QMS audits to identify opportunities for improvement and verify conformance with project specific and Granite quality requirements as identified in Project Quality RACI.
  • Advocate for and comply with Company’s Quality Policy and Code of Conduct to ensure compliance.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a QC Intern at Granite?

The primary responsibilities include supporting the implementation of Granite's Quality Objectives, facilitating Collaborative Learning Events for Major Quality Incidents, assisting in the development of Project Quality Plans, and participating in project QMS audits.

What type of education or certification is preferred for this position?

A pursuit of a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline is preferred, along with training or certification in quality systems such as USACE Contractor Quality Management, ASQ certifications, or methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.

Is prior work experience required for this internship?

Relevant industry-specific internship experience related to technical, safety, quality, or environmental aspects on construction projects is beneficial, but not required.

Are there any physical demands associated with the position?

Yes, the position requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, and operate a computer, as well as lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Is a valid driver’s license necessary for the QC Intern role?

Yes, a valid driver's license is a requirement for this position.

Will interns be provided with benefits during their internship?

Yes, interns have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.

What types of software or tools will the intern be using?

The intern will navigate Granite’s cloud-based Autodesk Build Project/Quality Management Platform and utilize Microsoft Office Suite for various tasks.

Is travel required for the QC Intern position?

Yes, the role may require some travel as well as potential temporary relocation for assignments.

What qualities are essential for success in this internship?

Essential qualities include effective communication skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, familiarity with quality management systems, and the capacity to work under pressure in high production environments.

What is the pay structure for this internship?

The pay may vary based on relevant experience, skills, location, and education, but specific hourly wage details are not provided in the job description.

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Granite Construction

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Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1922
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

From infrastructure that facilitates the movement of goods and people to projects that improve the way we live, work, and play, high-value partnerships power our projects and fuel our mission to build a better world together. Granite is one of the largest full-service general contractors, construction management firms, and construction materials producers in the U.S. Deeply embedded in our 100-year history is a culture of hard work, honesty, and getting the job done right. Our brands are Garco Testing Laboratories, Granite Construction Supply & Sign Shop, Granite Industrial, Inc., Granite Power, Intermountain Slurry Seal, and Layne, A Granite Company. Disclaimer regarding official "Granite"​ Job Postings: All open positions available with Granite Construction Inc., and its subsidiary companies, are available to apply on www.graniteconstruction.com/careers only. Granite does not ask prospective job applicants for information about their bank accounts, credit history, passport numbers and/or photocopies, passwords to financial accounts or to pay fees related to visa or other documents. If you see a job posting on a site that does not appear on www.graniteconstruction.com/careers or are asked for any of the personal information listed above, this is likely a fraudulent posting in order to commit identity theft or other forms of fraud. If you receive this type of suspicious email activity, please alert the FBI’s Internet Crimes Complaint Center: www.ic3.gov/default.aspx