Quality Control Manager

RailWorks Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 128,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee the QC programs for construction projects. You will lead the QC team, ensure compliance with contracts and design documents, and drive continuous improvement across testing, inspections, and certification processes.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive knowledge of contracts and codes, and the ability to train staff while maintaining project schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in construction quality programs.
• Knowledge of contracts, plans, specifications, and codes.
• Experience implementing and reporting on quality programs.
• Ability to identify and resolve quality-related issues.
• Strong management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and training skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains QC programs for projects.
• Oversees testing and inspections; evaluates activities to minimize risk.
• Identifies training needs and develops materials.
• Provides certification of compliance and final documentation.
• Conducts site visits to review QC effectiveness.
• Interacts with QC staff and management to resolve issues.
• Oversees discrepancy reports and tracks resolutions.
• Directs removal of non-conforming work.
• Reviews contractor activities for compliance with specs.
• Identifies gaps in quality standards affecting operations.
• Reports on regulatory changes impact on QC programs.
• Develops metrics to measure QC effectiveness.
• Hires and manages QC staff.
• Maintains quality records and reporting.

Skills

Quality leadership

Construction quality

Contract knowledge

Issue resolution

Team management

Communication skills

Deadline discipline

MS Office

Job description

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Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits – Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:

Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years)

IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years)

NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)

HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans (after 1 year)

Educational and Cultural Fund

Deferred salary

Social Security Payback

Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.

Compensation

$128000 - $155000 / year total compensation

Position Summary

Overseesthe quality control programsofconstruction projects. Manages the activities of the quality control team to ensure that the work product meets the standards asset forth inthe contracts and other specification documents.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Develops, implements, and maintains company and project-specific quality control programs and processes to meet or exceed quality goals, expectations, and plans
• Oversees quality testing and inspections; evaluates engineering, procurement, and construction activities through reviews, audits, assessments, and inspections to minimize risk and to assess effectiveness of quality control programs
• Identifies quality-related project training needs, develops materials, and oversees training
• Provides certification of compliance of construction and materials with design plans and specifications; oversees the submittal of final certification documents
• Conducts periodic site visits to review field QC effectiveness
• Interacts with other quality professionals as well as management team members on all quality issues; effectively identifies and resolves issues
• Oversees discrepancy reports, determines dispositions, tracks resolution progress, and verifies completion prior to project closure
• Directs the removal and replacement of non-conforming work and ceases production that is not in compliance with contract standards
• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates contractor and supplier activities, products, and reports for adherence to quality procedures and standards, project specifications, and applicable codes
• Identifies gaps and potential changes in quality standards that affect project operations
• Reviews and reports on the impact of new or revised regulatory requirements on the project quality program/plan
• Develops and analyzes metrics to measure effectiveness of quality control programs, and reports results
• Hires, trains, and manages performance of staff
• Handles quality-related recordkeeping and reporting.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in construction quality programs
• Knowledge of construction contracts, plans, specifications, and applicable codes
• Experience with quality program implementation, measurement, and reporting
• Experience with effectively identifying and resolving quality-related issues
• Exhibits strong management skills and can lead and motivate employees
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and training skills
• Effective client relations, influencing skills and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works outdoors at construction sites and as well as indoors
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction
• Sits, reads,writesand uses a keyboard
• May be exposed to harsh weather conditions includingvery hotand verycold weather
• May be exposed to loud noise.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual's sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City