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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.

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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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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• 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