Construction Materials Quality Control Program Administrator

Job Purpose

The Construction Quality Manager is to ensure that the projects built meets the requirements and standards of the owners. This is done by coordinating and scheduling Quality Control staff to oversee the day to day operations of each project. Provide support to the Quality Control staff and the Project Management team to build a quality project safely, within budget, and on time. The Construction Quality Manager is expected to use their experience and judgment to make decisions within their limits of authority.

Duties and Responsibilities

• • Schedule and assign QC staff to projects
• Develop, implement, manage, and revise Quality Management Plans for newly awarded projects
• Develop concrete mixes for both bidding and construction purposes
• Estimate QC manpower and additional costs of outside testing services for upcoming projects due for bidding
• Submit change orders for Inspection and Testing Procedures for each project
• Assist in the conception and implementation of Corrective Action Plans to remedy Non-Conforming issues.
• Develop Concrete Quality Plans
• Perform Concrete Plant Uniformity tests
• Oversee trial batches for concrete mixes
• Work with Project Managers and Superintendents on each project to determine if there is alternative construction means or material that could be more efficient and/or effective both financially and with regards to production.
• Coordinate with Production personnel on Non-Quality Management projects to determine upcoming needs for Quality Control Technicians
• Identify processes and activities that require written quality control procedures
• Assist QC staff with any questions regarding quality management, materials that can be used, proper concrete mixes, testing requirements.
• Maintain Quality Control testing equipment and ensure materials are available to the staff when needed.
• Perform required inspections and complete checklists in accordance with the contract documents.
• Maintain Quality Control testing equipment and ensure materials are available to the staff when needed
• Documenting and submitting all applicable reports and paperwork to the appropriate personnel or agency which relates with the above testing and inspection duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer with one (1) year of airport paving experience.
• Engineer-in-training with two (2) years of airport paving experience.
• Nation Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Civil Engineering Technology Level IV with three (3) years of airport paving experience.
• And individual with four (4) years of airport paving experience, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or Construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or related. Prefer one (1) year of heavy construction experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone and in Excellent customer relations skills.
• Ability to work independently and resolve practical problems, keeping all appropriate parties aware of issues.
• Have a strong work ethic.
• Must have flexible work schedule, includes working overtime, and nights if required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including the use of the Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.
• Understand basic behavior-based safety programs and enforce company's safety policies

Other Functions

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Outside environment, exposure to all weather conditions and temperature extremes. Site specific exposure to hazardous materials requiring proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Noise levels are site specific and may be subject to PPE.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle/feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• You are occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel.
• You must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The position requires that you will walk the construction site, climb ladders, climb stairs, and walk on uneven ground.
• Position will require employee to spend a large portion of their time on the project sites.

Direct Reports

• N/A