QA/QC Manager

Abbott; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking a QA/QC Manager to ensure quality standards are met at their Cedar Rapids site. This role requires over 7 years of experience in quality assurance and control, along with a degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Responsibilities include conducting tests, maintaining quality processes, and ensuring project compliance with safety guidelines. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of quality assurance and control experience required.
• Ability to interpret instructions whether written, spoken, or in a diagram.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills;
• Ability to interpret instructions in multiple formats.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality assurance processes and conduct tests.
• Interpret project specifications and ensure compliance.
• Engage in calibrations and internal audits.
• Communicate test results to project teams and clients.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, regs, and safety guidelines.
• Develop submittals aligned with plans and specifications.

Skills

Quality corrective actions

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Knowledge of construction codes

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Auditing

Technical reporting

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Job description

L.F. Driscoll, part of the STO Building Group, is seeking experienced QA/QC Managers to support our mission critical team at our Cedar Rapids, Iowa site. The QA/QC Managers work to understand the client's needs and requirements by ensuring company and customer quality standards are being met. This role is responsible for maintaining quality assurance processes, testing of materials, and recording/analyzing of the results gathered during testing. They will also conduct and/or supervise quality tests, inspection checks, calibrate equipment, and communicate test results. Additionally, interpret project specifications and plans; ensuring that the projects are compliant with project documents, regulatory agencies, and company health and safety guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Execute comprehensive inspections to align with the standards outlined in project plans, technical specifications, and relevant project documentation, ensuring the consistent attainment of high‑quality outcomes.
• Foster an environment of cleanliness and enforce stringent safety protocols among staff members, cultivating a secure and conducive working atmosphere.
• Devote attention to effecting quality corrective actions that guarantee the fulfillment of project requirements and specifications.
• Prepare and deliver reports as mandated by project specifications, furnishing project managers and clients with requisite documentation.
• Uphold meticulous documentation practices to facilitate meticulous auditing processes.
• Assure the proper calibration and functioning of measuring equipment, proactively arranging repairs for any malfunctioning equipment.
• Methodically record and document test results in alignment with established protocols.
• Engage in quality calibrations and internal audits with the utmost professionalism and precision.
• Stay updated with the latest industry knowledge by actively engaging in reading technical publications, participating in seminars, and embracing educational opportunities.
• Collaborate seamlessly with government agencies during inspection processes, fostering a cooperative and compliant approach.
• Work in conjunction with project management to ensure projects are executed punctually, adhering to schedules and allocated budgets.
• Develop project submittals that align meticulously with project specifications and plans.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.
  

Experience/Education

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• 7 plus years of quality assurance and control experience required.
• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes and standards, and an in‑depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and quality control standards.
• Ability to interpret instructions whether written, spoken, or in a diagram.
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Highly proactive and responsive to internal and external customers.
• Ability to work with all levels of management.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [Medical Insurance] [Dental Insurance] [Vision Insurance] [Health Savings Account] [Healthcare Flexible Spending Account] [Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account] [401(k) retirement plan with employer match] [Life & AD&D Insurance] [Long‑term Disability Insurance] [Short‑term Disability Insurance] [Critical Illness Insurance] [Accident Insurance] [Hospital Indemnity Insurance] [Home & Auto Insurance] [Family Support] [Pre‑tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation] [Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non‑Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt] [Time Away Benefits] [8 Paid Holidays] [Group Legal] [Employee Stock Purchase Plan] [Identity Theft Protection] [Group Legal] [Pet Insurance] [Employee Assistance Program]

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

EEO Statement

The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit‑outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.