Quality Control Manager

Overview

Quality Control Manager responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Quality Management System (QMS) for heavy civil transportation projects delivered for state and federal agencies, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, DOT specifications, regulatory standards, and company policies while promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Quality Management & Regulatory Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) for multi-state heavy civil transportation projects
• Ensure compliance with IDOT, INDOT, and MoDOT Standard Specifications, supplemental specifications, engineering policy guides, manuals, and project-specific special provisions
• Ensure adherence to applicable FHWA, AASHTO, ASTM, and state and federal regulatory requirements
• Review, approve, and oversee project-specific Quality Control Plans (QCPs)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related matters with DOT representatives, owners, and third-party auditors

Project Oversight & Execution

• Provide quality leadership and oversight for highways, bridges, interstates, transit, and other transportation infrastructure projects
• Coordinate with DOT project engineers, district staff, inspectors, and materials personnel across multiple states
• Oversee inspection, testing, materials certification, and documentation required for agency acceptance
• Identify quality risks and support corrective and preventive actions, including nonconformance reporting and root cause analysis
• Interpret specifications and plans relating to contractor's quality
• Coordinate with field QA and QC testers for all required testing
• Maintain all testing records and quality control documentation

Audits, Reporting & Documentation

• Lead internal quality audits and support external DOT audits and reviews
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant quality documentation and reporting in accordance with agency requirements
• Track quality performance metrics, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Prepare executive-level reports on quality performance, compliance, and risk mitigation

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Control Managers, inspectors, and testing personnel across multiple projects
• Establish training programs focused on DOT requirements, quality procedures, and best practices
• Promote a proactive quality culture emphasizing "right-the-first-time" execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned across the organization

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combined technical and work experience
• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a strong focus on transportation projects
• 5+ years of experience in a senior quality management or leadership role
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects for IDOT, INDOT, MoDOT, or other state DOTs

Certifications & Technical Knowledge

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Certifications such as IDOT INDOT MODOT Level III certifications, or similar strongly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of DOT materials testing, inspection procedures, and acceptance requirements
• Strong understanding of quality systems, audits, and regulatory compliance in a multi-state environment

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to interpret complex contract documents and technical specifications
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with quality documentation systems and reporting tools
• Ability to travel to project sites across multiple states as required

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field-based work on active construction sites
• Travel within Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri

Financial Wellbeing

• Targeted compensation $,000 / year, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

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