VP, Quality and Continuous Improvement

About Day and Zimmermann

No problem is too challenging or complex for Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) because We do what we say! ® We’re here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. With our wide-ranging capabilities and long-standing industry experience, we deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that effectively manage all aspects of the plant life cycle. It’s no wonder we’re the #1 maintenance services provider in the United States. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customer’s power and improve the world! https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction

Position Description

We're looking for a full-time, staff  Vice President, Quality and Continuous Improvement to join our Day & Zimmermann team.

In the role of  VP, Quality and Continuous Improvement, the individual will have overarching responsibility for defining and spearheading the strategic direction of quality management within the Maintenance & Construction business groups, as well as supporting other D&Z companies as required. This position involves the development and implementation of innovative processes and procedures that ensure the highest standards of quality assurance and quality control across all operational activities, including NDE, Welding, Audits, Vendor Surveillances, Continuous Improvements and comprehensive Code/Regulatory compliance. The role demands extensive engagement with markets where DZMC currently operates and an exploration of new markets and projects extending beyond the confines of D&Z's existing Quality Programs.

The incumbent will skillfully manage and lead the Quality organizations within the US and Canada, providing pivotal support to the PMO and Project and Market Sector Leadership teams. They will leverage robust quality assurance and quality control expertise, particularly in high-stakes industries like Nuclear, Fossil, DOE, DoD, Renewables, and Industrial sectors. Key elements of the role include: pioneering Project and Quality program and procedure development; fostering Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement Programs that drive Human Performance /EXCEL; and maintaining governance over ISO 9001 and other ISO Codes and Standards to ensure Process Excellence and Procedure Governance. As a Lead Auditor, the VP will oversee rigorous vendor audits, surveillances, and inspections to uphold and exceed quality standards. Moreover, the role encompasses overseeing ASME/NBIC Code Stamp programs and adding additional Code Stamps to support new nuclear construction, and ensuring robust compliance and excellence in all facets of quality management.

As the Vice President, Quality & Continuous Improvement, here’s the work you’ll do:

• Lead the DZMC Quality & Technical Support group comprising Quality, Human Performance, Continuous Improvement, and Process Excellence initiatives for all DZMC companies in the US and Canada, ensuring seamless integration and operation across operating and Market Sectors to elevate corporate standards and quality benchmarks
• Establish and supervise comprehensive organizational capabilities to conduct and sustain rigorous surveys and audits that guarantee compliance with DZMC Quality Programs across Canada and the US, including the critical task of approving suppliers and contractors for nuclear and governmental projects per federal regulatory and jurisdictional stipulations and compliance with all technical and procurement requirements
• Pioneer the development of project and quality programs by architecting and nurturing corrective action and continuous improvement initiatives that significantly enhance Continuous Improvement and drive organizational excellence to new heights
• Develop and administer robust monitoring and inspection frameworks that assure adherence to performance expectations and swiftly rectify quality-related challenges with decisive action, clear communication, and targeted corrective measures. This includes managing quality subcontractors under D&Z's overarching Quality Program
• Align DZMC Quality & Technical Support programs and personnel resources strategically with the overarching business plan and key business objectives, ensuring that all projects adhere to consistent administrative and process standards. Supervise the ASME and National Board Code Stamps certification process and usage on relevant projects
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