The Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA) Manager supports the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of Brennan’s Nuclear Quality Assurance Program at both the corporate office and nuclear safety-related project locations. This role partners closely with project teams to ensure work meets applicable regulatory requirements, client expectations, Brennan procedures, and industry standards. At Brennan, quality is more than compliance; it’s how we earn trust, execute complex work, and continuously improve. The NQA Manager will provide hands-on support across training and indoctrination, quality records, equipment and calibration controls, commercial grade dedication, and final project documentation. This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a collaborative, project-driven organization where you can solve problems, strengthen processes, support successful field execution, and help shape the continued growth of Brennan’s nuclear quality program.
Responsibilities:
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Manage and maintain the Brennan Nuclear Quality Assurance Program and act as a primary resource for quality assurance activities associated with nuclear safety-related projects.
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Coordinate and conduct project indoctrination, onboarding, and quality-related training for personnel assigned to nuclear projects.
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Maintain training records, qualification records, certifications, and associated documentation in accordance with NQA program requirements.
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Organize, maintain, and control quality assurance records, turnover packages, and project documentation to ensure traceability, accuracy, and compliance.
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Prepare and compile final quality assurance reports, project closeout documentation, and deliverables for clients and regulatory review.
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Manage nuclear project tools, equipment, consumables, and inventory including tracking, inspection, storage, maintenance, and accountability.
- Coordinate calibration activities for measurement and test equipment and maintain associated calibration records.
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Support transportation, mobilization, and tracking of project equipment and materials to and from project sites.
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Assist with Commercial Grade Survey (CGS) and Dedication (CGD) activities including documentation review, material traceability, inspections, supplier evaluations, and verification activities.
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Participate in internal audits, analyze corporate processes, and communicate results through verbal and written reports to management to highlight areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.
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Initiate, support, and manage corrective ensuring timely resolution and evidence of effectiveness.
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Lead and collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify root cause findings using established quality methodologies.
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Assist with quality plans, procedure development, process analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Drive and implement tools, processes, and corresponding documentation designed to expand and improve the utility and application of the NQA program.
- Act as a quality resource to all levels of the organization for NQA-related processes and requirements.
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Ensure organizational expectations, standards, and safety regulations are observed and documented/escalated as appropriate.
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Attend client meetings, audits, industry conferences, and project planning meetings representing Brennan quality expectations and nuclear compliance standards.
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Support field project execution through onsite quality oversight, verification activities, and coordination with project management and craft personnel.
- Maintain compliance with applicable NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, client-specific, and internal quality program requirements.
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Ability to travel 50-75% of the time to assigned project sites.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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5-7 years of experience in nuclear quality assurance, industrial quality assurance, document control, field coordination, or related technical support role.
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Experience supporting nuclear, industrial, construction, or regulated industry projects preferred.
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Quality Management, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
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Familiarity with NQA-1 requirements and nuclear industry quality standards preferred.
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Ability to obtain and maintain nuclear site clearance
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Office, on computers and other electronic devices
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Strong interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter, highly organized, and creative
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Superior time management and organizational capabilities, including the ability to accurately benchmark project length, deliver on deadlines
Who is Brennan?
Since 1919, J.F. Brennan Company (Brennan) has delivered specialized marine construction, environmental remediation, and waterfront infrastructure solutions across the United States. Headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with additional offices throughout the country, we support complex projects from coast to coast with a strong commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and teamwork.
As a family-owned company, we take pride in building a culture where people are supported, challenged, and empowered to grow. Our teams work on meaningful projects that improve waterways, strengthen infrastructure, and help protect the environment, all while collaborating with talented professionals who care deeply about the work and each other.
At Brennan, you’ll find opportunities to make an impact, contribute new ideas, and build a rewarding career alongside people who are passionate about what they do.
Why choose us?
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We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work®, and recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplace in Construction.
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Our culture sets us apart. We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.
- Our focus on safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.
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We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above-average compensation.
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We offer an industry-leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit-sharing program.
J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
J.F. Brennan Company Inc. (“Brennan”) and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan’s resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan’s Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.
