Senior Manager, Quality - Houston, United States - NextDecade

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ABOUT NEXTDECADE

NextDecade Corporation is an energy company accelerating the path to a net-zero future and leading innovation in more sustainable LNG and carbon capture solutions, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy.

Through our wholly owned subsidiaries Rio Grande LNG and NEXT Carbon Solutions, we are developing a 27 MTPA LNG export facility in South Texas along with one of the largest carbon capture and storage projects in North America.

We are also working with third-party customers around the world to deploy our proprietary processes to lower the cost of carbon capture and storage and reduce CO2 emissions at their industrial-scale facilities.

By combining emissions reduction associated with our carbon capture and storage project, responsibly sourced gas, and our pledge to use net-zero electricity, Rio Grande LNG is expected to produce a lower carbon intensive LNG for the world.

NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Senior Manager, Quality, will be responsible for the oversight of the EPC Contractor during the execution of the Rio Grande LNG project (Project or RGLNG), ensuring adherence to stringent industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and best practices across all EPC stages including, construction, commissioning and startup.

This position will ensure all parties comply with the established quality control systems, monitoring compliance and contractual obligations throughout the Project lifecycle.

LOCATION
This position is located in Brownsville, TX with business trips to Houston corporate offices as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive best-in-class Quality through construction, commissioning, and startup phases of the RGLNG project.

Lead a team in monitoring all quality activities of the EPC contractor and deliver the Project in accordance with contractual agreements, policies, and established quality standards.

Identify and manage Quality related risks that may impact the integrity of the Project.
Provide inputs to the Management of Change process.
Establish and monitor Project Quality KPIs and KBAs.
Provide coaching and training to project team and QA/QC personnel.
Function as subject matter expert for any items related to Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
Ensure EPC contractor establishes effective preservation techniques to ensure procured equipment is maintained prior to installation.
Support quality assessments and audits to ensure adherence to quality management system, identify gaps and initiate corrective actions.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum experience required
15+ years' experience in QA/QC positions, demonstrating leadership roles, career progression, on major oil & gas capital development projects.
10+ years experience in EPC phase of major oil and gas projects.
5+ years experience in LNG liquefaction projects.
Expertise in developing and executing quality management systems, quality plans, work procedures and inspection plans.
Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required
Leadership experience with large teams, enforcing best industry standards, procedures, and engineering work processes.
Expertise in materials, welding, coating/painting, NDE inspection and general construction activities.
In depth knowledge of industry codes and standards such as from ANSI, NFPA, ASME, ASTM, API, and 49 CFR.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate challenging subjects at various levels of the organization.
Decision maker with ability to think innovatively to offer practical solutions while achieving targeted risk profile.
Fluent in Spanish (preferred).
Required education
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
Preferred education
Professional certifications AWS CWI, Certified Quality Engineer, or related Quality Management Certificate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Welcomes working in a fast paced, challenging, and diverse entrepreneurial environment.
Energetic with hands-on type of personality
*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

VALUES
Safety

– We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.
Integrity

– We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.
Honesty

– We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
Respect

– We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.
Transparency

– Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.
Diversity

– We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.

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