Environmental/Data Quality Manager 03770 NWG

Location: Knoxville, TN/Idaho Falls, ID/Remote
Title: Environmental/Data Quality Manager
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team – not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the EBL Quality Manager or Quality Director, will perform interface directly with projects to support start-up, execution and closure to ensure the North Wind Group quality program is implemented as required and that project quality is in alignment with regulations, procedures and practices at North Wind.

Provides quality assurance and data management program development and implementation support including development and evaluation of quality assurance procedures and instructions; leads/ participates in quality assurance oversight activities including internal and external surveys, audits, surveillances, and assessments; and interfaces with NW organizations performing activities affecting quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review contract/project requirements and oversee/assist in the establishment of the plans and procedures that will ensure compliance with requirements.
• Coach and mentor project organizations on quality program requirements and implementation strategies.
• Maintain and implement the requirements of the NW ISO-9001 and NQA-1 compliant Quality Management System using a graded approach.
• Provide quality indoctrination and training.
• Lead project workers and management in quality culture and company expectations.
• Lead or support performance of Audits/Assessments of projects and/or subcontractor/vendors (such as laboratories) to ensure adequacy of the processes and delivery of submittals for clients.
• Prepare Uniform Federal Policy Quality Assurance Project Plans (UFP-QAPP), Sampling and Analysis Plans, Project Quality Control Plans, Field Sampling Plans and other documents as needed.
• Identify and support nonconforming items, corrective, preventive and improvement actions.
• Provide input and review of project proposals, purchase orders, plans, work documents and deliverables.
• Maintain quality records in accordance with corporate quality system.
• Establish and define data quality within North Wind and the guidelines for assessing data quality.
• Develop and maintain the laboratory quality and assessment procedures and processes.
• Provide project quality support to ensure compliance with project data requirements customer and overall DQO requirements are met.
• Maintain close working relationship with Project Manager and/or Quality Assurance Manager on all data and laboratory quality issues.
• Manages and resolves issues in conjunction with the Project Manager and/or Quality Assurance Manager and the project manager.
• Provide input and review of project proposals, purchase orders, plans, work documents and deliverables.
• Creates, updates, and maintains laboratory utilization and performance reports.
• Stops work, if necessary, to resolve matters that affect safety or quality.
• Establish and coordinate quality improvement efforts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7 years relevant experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize multiple word-processing and database applications including MS Office applications, Word, Excel, Access, EQuIS, SharePoint, as well as Adobe Acrobat, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately, follow instructions/schedules/timelines and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to prioritize, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent proof-reading and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management, staff, and client.
• Ability to advocate and enforce Company policies, procedures and employee programs.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and make decisions, exercise good judgment, work under pressure, work with minimal supervision and prioritize workload.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Travel is required.
• Prefer environmental experience. NQA-1 experience a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prefer environmental experience. NQA-1 experience a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Office and on-site field work is required.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work location is flexible.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.