The posting
A DAY IN THE LIFE
The Quality Manager is accountable for enforcing consistent, high-quality execution of the Blattner's Quality Program on utility-scale energy construction projects. Travels to project sites to assess installation workmanship, verifies program compliance, and provides direct, hands-on Quality coaching to project site leaders.
The role will partner closely with General Superintendents to hold projects accountable to established quality standards, drives measurable improvement in quality results, and builds the capability of site leadership to ensure quality outcomes. This role serves as a visible, field-based extension of the Quality organization and a trusted advisor to project teams.
STEP INTO THE ROLE
- Enforces consistent, high-quality execution of the Company’s Quality Program across all assigned construction sites, ensuring work installation aligns with contract requirements, design specifications, company standards, and applicable codes.
- Conducts regular site visits, quality audits, and inspections to verify compliance with Standard Work Instructions, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality control procedures, and project specifications.
- Applies knowledge of installation methods to verify that workmanship reflects proper installation technique and validate a commitment to quality.
- Escalates unresolved or recurring quality issues to project and Quality leadership as needed.
- Monitors Quality performance and KPIs, identifying negative trends and driving proactive intervention across assigned projects.
- Leads or supports structured root cause analysis for nonconformities and ensures effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented and verified.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Must be able to travel 75% with the expectation of working remotely about 1 week per month.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, quality management, or related degree; or equivalent combination of related education and experience required.
- 8 or more years of leadership experience in utility-scale energy construction.
- Experience demonstrating a proven, personal commitment to quality execution in the field, gained through direct supervision of work installation.
WHAT SETS YOU APART
- Coursework or certifications related to solar energy systems or renewable energy construction is preferred.
- 3 or more years of experience in quality program execution required.
- Experience with Procore.
- Exposure to innovative quality-inspection technologies.
HOW WE INVEST IN YOU
- Competitive pay
- 100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
- 401(k) with company match
- HSA and FSA options
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Work/Life balance
- Employee/Family focused culture
- Gym on site
- And more!
$110,617.00 - $160,396.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.
WHO ARE WE?
With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America’s critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America’s utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.
Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.
