Quality Assurance Manager

OVERVIEW:

The Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) position is a skilled quality assurance specialist who provides support for Merrick’s Nuclear Services and Technology (NST) projects at our Greenwood Village, CO office. The QAM is a Certified Lead Auditor who performs independent verification activities such as monitoring, auditing, and surveillance, required by the QA Program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The QAM assures effective establishment and maintenance of the QA program utilized for project activities, including:

• Develop schedules for performing internal audits, assessments, and surveillance
• Perform scheduled internal audits, assessments or surveillance on projects
• Maintain the deficiency and corrective action tracking system, as assigned
• Supporting project management with preparing corrective action plans/responses or verifying implementation of remedial actions resulting from audits and assessments
• Aid with QA/QC matters on Work Scope and Project Plans
• Propose technical solutions and alternatives on QA/QC matters
• Communicate with Merrick's colleagues (Project Managers, Project Engineers, Technical Leads and Discipline Engineers) and the Client to assure that mutual expectations are well-defined and achieved
• Stay current on project and related quality issues and supporting project team meetings with the client on short notice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Lead Auditor (CLA) qualifications or ability for rapidly achieving CLA qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Quality Assurance
• 10-12 years of experience with DOE or similarly related projects
• Experience working with a design organization
• Experience developing and implementing quality assurance and control programs
• Knowledge of quality assurance regulatory, contractual, and technical documents (e.g. DOE O 414.1D, 10 CFR Part 830 Subpart A, 10CFR Part 50 Appendix B, and NQA-1-2008/9a and NQA-1-2019.)
• Experience in reviewing procedures and other documents to verify quality requirements are adequately addressed and flowed down as necessary
• Knowledge of construction QA activities supporting procurement and engineering products, including Commercial-Grade Dedication (CGD) work packages and application of graded approach in an NQA-1 environment
• Knowledge about the application of engineering, procurement, and construction practices sufficient to comprehend specified QA requirements for these disciplines
• Experience participating in and supporting quality assessments, surveillance, and/or audits
• Experience and ability to ensure quality assurance requirements are met during the design, bid, build, and start-up of nuclear, non-nuclear, high, moderate, and low-hazard facilities and equipment
• Knowledge on the development and implementation of ISO 9001:2015 including current lead auditor status or the ability to obtain lead auditor status
• Ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and schematics
• Active DOE security clearance or the ability to obtain one
• Travel up to 20% for audits for vendor evaluations with international travel.
• Must have current passport
• Client requirements for this position require U.S. Citizenship

PERKS:

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company’s success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program – Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews – Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development – Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition – Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program – Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More – Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.

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