Head of Quality, Americas, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (Raleigh, NC) @ Slihrms

Job Description

JOB TITLE

Head of Front-End Sales, America's, Energy and Infrastructure Projects

LOCATION

Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)

Who we are?

Built on more than a century of innovation and decades of substation expertise, Linxon blends AtkinsRéalis’ project management strength with Hitachi Energy’s technological leadership. Together, we deliver high‑performing EPC solutions that strengthen the power grid.

We support community growth and industrial development by providing end‑to‑end engineering, procurement, management, and construction services for complex AC substation and electrification projects across five core markets.

What We Believe?

We believe in the value of every client’s investment and take pride in tackling challenging, high‑risk projects. With deep expertise and continuous development, our teams operate with the precision, resilience, and mission‑focus needed to deliver crucial infrastructure—often described as the “special forces” of our industry.

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How will you make your impact?

As the Head of Quality, you will leader to define, implement, and continuously improve the Quality Management System across the Americas. This role is responsible for ensuring quality is designed into every stage of project delivery, from engineering and procurement through construction, commissioning, and closeout. This is a highly visible leadership role with direct influence on project performance, supplier quality, operational discipline, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across the Americas.

The Head of Quality will establish and lead a quality organization that embeds quality into how projects are planned, executed, and continuously improved.

You will drive a preventive approach to quality by strengthening planning, supplier oversight, project controls, auditing, and lessons learned. You will create the frameworks that connect Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Project Delivery, and Quality into a single system focused on delivering projects right the first time. Success will be measured by reductions in rework and recurring issues, stronger supplier performance, improved audit outcomes, increased first-time-right execution, and the maturity of the quality culture across the organization.

What will you do?

• You will lead the development and continuous improvement of the Americas Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring consistent standards, governance, and accountability across the region.
• You will establish quality requirements and controls from tender through project closeout to ensure quality is built into project delivery from the outset.
• You will implement risk-based supplier qualification, surveillance, inspection, and release processes to improve supplier quality performance.
• You will ensure inspection and test plans align with engineering requirements, contract obligations, and construction execution strategies.
• You will lead audits, management reviews, quality assurance programs, and performance reporting across the project portfolio.
• You will drive root-cause analysis and corrective action processes that address systemic issues rather than isolated events.
• You will establish and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing defects, rework, and the Cost of Poor Quality.
• You will build and develop a high-performing Quality Assurance and Quality Control organization across the Americas.
• You will strengthen collaboration across Engineering, Procurement, PMO, Construction, and HSE to improve quality outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.
• You will develop quality capability, training programs, succession plans, and best practices that support long-term organizational growth.
• You will assess and strengthen the Americas Quality Management System, focusing resources on the highest-priority risks and improvement opportunities.
• You will establish clear quality governance, accountability, and performance reporting across the region.
• You will standardize project quality planning, supplier quality management, inspection requirements, and NCR governance practices.
• You will improve visibility into the Cost of Poor Quality, quality trends, and leading indicators across the project portfolio.
• You will reduce recurring quality issues, rework, and warranty exposure through stronger preventive controls and root-cause resolution.
• You will improve audit performance, supplier quality outcomes, and project readiness before execution begins.
• You will create a culture where quality is proactively planned, owned, measured, and continuously improved across functions.
• You will build a scalable quality organization capable of supporting Linxon's continued growth across the Americas.

Who you are?

• You are an experienced quality leader with 7-15+ years of experience in EPC, power, industrial, construction, manufacturing, or other complex project environments.
• You are proven in leading multi-project or regional Quality Management Systems and driving quality performance across diverse operations.
• You are knowledgeable in ISO 9001 principles, supplier quality management, project QA/QC, auditing practices, and root-cause methodologies.
• You are skilled at translating quality data and performance trends into preventive actions, operational discipline, and business improvements.
• You are experienced in developing quality organizations, improving governance, and building sustainable quality cultures.
• You hold a degree in engineering, quality, or a related technical field, and quality or auditing certifications are considered an asset.
• You are a leader who puts the mission, the customer, and the team ahead of individual recognition.
• You are comfortable making decisions with incomplete information and adjusting course as conditions change.
• You are committed to raising standards while fostering respect, inclusion, and psychological safety.
• You are passionate about developing people, sharing knowledge, and strengthening organizational capability.
• You are trusted because of your actions, credibility, and follow-through rather than your title.
• You are disciplined, data-driven, and focused on creating systems that prevent issues rather than simply react to them.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,300 to $261,200. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a rewarding compensation package that reflects your contributions.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and that of your family.
• 401K with Employer Match: Invest in your future with our generous retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Recharge and relax with ample time off to maintain work-life balance.
• Learning and Development: Expand your skills through training programs and career-building opportunities.
• Mentorship Initiatives: Connect with experienced professionals for guidance, support, and career insight.
• Internal Mobility: Explore opportunities across departments and office locations to broaden your experience.
• Performance-Based Advancement: Grow your career through clear pathways tied to your achievements and impact.

We are proud to announce that LinxonAmericas has been certified as a Great Place to Work® reflecting our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and teamwork.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At Linxon, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.