Quality Assurance Lead: Heavy Highway & Civil Construction

Ames Construction Company; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking a Quality Control Manager for heavy highway and civil construction in Burnsville, MN. You will lead project quality activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and the Ames QMS across single or multiple projects.

The role emphasizes developing quality plans, managing nonconformances, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement. Travel and on-site coordination are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant work experience.
• 2-5 years of relevant technical, quality or construction experience.
• Knowledge of construction standards/specifications (USACE, DOT, ASTM, ACI, AASHTO) preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems in a collaborative approach with coworkers.
• Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
• Possess high attention to detail with the ability to recognize deficiencies.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workload.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Outlook, SharePoint, Project Management software.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of the Project Quality Plan. Communicate and implement plan ensuring compliance to Ames’ Quality Management System and project specific requirements.
• Responsible to ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely manner and verify effectiveness.
• Responsible for reporting and managing nonconformances, including deficiencies and NCRs.
• Identify, document and mitigate potential quality risks through pre-activity meetings and project quality walks.
• Review work plans and supplemental documents to ensure quality activities are incorporated.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance to Ames’ QMS and project specific requirements.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all quality documents and records.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance of third-party testing and inspection personnel.
• Foster and promote strong client relationships through open and transparent communication.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture by identifying and implementing best practices.
• Document project quality activities & performance per defined frequency.
• Train project team(s) on applicable QMS processes, including tools and system support.
• Report on project KPIs to measure quality performance.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues with vendors (suppliers & subcontractors).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Outlook

SharePoint

Project Management software

Job description

Ames Construction is seeking a Quality Control Manager for heavy highway and civil construction in Burnsville, MN. You will lead project quality activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and the Ames QMS across single or multiple projects.

The role emphasizes developing quality plans, managing nonconformances, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement. Travel and on-site coordination are essential to success.