Corporate Quality Control Manager

Acme Concrete Paving Inc; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation package

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Professional development and paid certifications

Job summary

A leading construction company based in Spokane, WA, is seeking a Corporate Quality Control Manager to oversee quality processes across multiple heavy civil concrete paving projects. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in QC/QA within the heavy civil sector, strong knowledge of FAA, DOT standards, and excellent communication abilities. This role includes developing QC systems, supporting project teams, and managing compliance. A highly competitive compensation package is offered, along with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years QC or QA experience in heavy civil construction, preferably airfields or highway concrete paving.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple QC programs simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a companywide Quality Management System.
• Support Project QC Managers and field engineers in executing spec requirements.
• Analyze non-conformance trends and lead root-cause investigations.

Skills

QC and QA experience in heavy civil construction

Knowledge of FAA P-501

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to manage multiple QC programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ACI Certification

Job description

ACME Concrete Paving is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Quality Control Manager to lead our enterprise-level QC program across multiple heavy civil concrete paving projects, including FAA airfield paving, DOT highway work, and major municipal/DoD infrastructure. This role establishes corporate standards, supports project teams, and ensures full compliance with FAA, WSDOT specifications, USACE QC/QA frameworks, and ACME’s internal quality systems.

The Corporate QC Manager will be the company’s technical authority on concrete materials, mix design compliance, testing/inspection requirements, and quality risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate-Level Quality Leadership

Develop, implement, and continually improve ACME’s companywide Quality Management System.

Standardize QC procedures, ITPs, checklists, and documentation across all projects.

Maintain ACME’s mix design library, ensuring compliance with FAA, DOT, and USACE standards.

Lead internal audits of QC performance and provide corrective action plans.

Project Support & Oversight

Support Project QC Managers, paving foremen, and field engineers in understanding and executing spec requirements.

Provide preconstruction QC input: spec reviews, risk identification, test section planning, and submittal strategies.

Review all QC submittals, including mix designs, material certifications, and QCP development.

Oversee test section planning and execution across multiple jobsites.

Risk Management & Technical Problem Solving

Analyze non-conformance trends and lead root-cause investigations.

Serve as technical advisor for complex quality disputes and government/Engineer negotiations.

Coordinate third-party labs, independent assurance testing, and calibration requirements.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FAA specs, USACE QCS requirements, and emerging industry standards.

Training & Team Development

Train field QC staff, technicians, and engineers on testing procedures, field sampling, compaction, slipform paving tolerances, and documentation best practices.

Recruit, develop, and mentor project-level QC personnel.

Lead annual quality training for all operations employees.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years QC or QA experience in heavy civil construction, preferably airfields or highway concrete paving.

Strong working knowledge of FAA P-501, USACE specs, and DOT materials/testing standards.

Ability to lead and manage multiple QC programs simultaneously.

Proficiency in reading plans/specs, preparing QC plans, and managing NCR/CAR processes.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

ACI Certifications (at least one required; multiple preferred):

ACI Field Tech Grade I

ACI Concrete Transportation Inspector

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with government acceptance processes.

Familiarity with concrete paving systems, dowel embedment tolerances, and slipform operations.

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

Experience with QCS, E Ticketing, and digital QC systems.

Prior corporate-level or multi-project QC leadership experience.

What We Offer

Highly competitive compensation package.

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

Performance-based bonus opportunities.

Professional development and paid certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.