Quality Control Manager - Civil

F.H. Paschen; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee and implement project quality control activities. The role involves managing inspections, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a team to maintain high-quality work on diverse projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance within the construction industry and a commitment to safety and excellence.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K matching

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Eligibility for Year End Bonus

LifeLock Subscription

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related quality assurance/quality control experience in construction.
• Good working knowledge of industry building standards and quality control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project quality control activities and ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Manage quality activities performed by Independent Testing Agencies.
• Document and record non-conformance and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Inspection

Project Management

Education

4-year college degree

Job description

F.H. Paschen has over 110 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offerMORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate withMORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provideMORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver withMORE Paschen.

Position Overview:

The Quality Control Manager will oversee, plan, coordinate and implement project quality control activities and functions of a project in accordance with company quality control plan and project contract requirements; ensure compliance of project work with project contract documents; record and document quality activities and maintain quality records. Projects may vary between private and public owners, as well as a variety of delivery methods such as lump sum, negotiated and unit price work. The projects often include management of self-perform work, as well as managing subcontracted work. This position is a managerial position responsible for managing projects and leading a team.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule and coordinate inspection and testing for work activities with Project Managers, Superintendents and Project Engineers.
• Manage and oversee quality activities, such as inspection and testing, performed by Independent Testing Agencies.
• Identify non-conformance work and inform Project Manager, Superintendent and Project Engineer.
• Identify work items for punch list on completed work.
• Perform receiving inspection of materials to be used in scheduled work to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Work with suppliers, fabricators and manufactures to ensure quality is being performed in accordance with contract specifications.
• Monitor subcontractor work to ensure compliance with company quality, standards, procedures and contract specifications.
• Develop understanding/working knowledge of company quality control program and applicable industry standards.
• Participate with QA Manager with internal/external quality audits; provide input for improving quality control procedures, developing new procedures and quality standards.
• Implement company quality control program on projects as required.
• Work with subcontractors to develop quality control check sheets and documentation.
• Assist QA with review subcontractor quality control plans.
• Inform staff and subcontractors on company quality requirements and specific project contract quality requirements.
• Research project contract documentation to accurately document non-conformance work.
• Document and record non-conformances and corrective action.
• Assist Superintendent, Project Managers and Project Engineers in resolving non-conformance issues.

• Procure Independent Testing Agencies and Engineering Consulting Companies to perform testing and inspection work and/or investigative work for quality related issues.
• Develop understanding of project contract documentation, requirements and specifications.
• Prepare applicable material submittal when required.
• Create and document punch list to track outstanding work that needs to be completed prior to substantial completion.
• Review Invoices for Quality Work performed by Independent Testing Agencies and Engineering Consulting Companies and recommend payment to Project Manager.
• Review and become familiar with project contract documents.
• Review all quality documents from Independent Testing Agencies, Subcontractors, and Engineering Consulting Companies for accuracy and statement of conformance.
• Maintain quality records, organization of quality department and filing system.
• Attend weekly owner progress meetings when required.
• Attend weekly subcontractor meetings when required.
• Attend pre-activity meetings prior to start of work.

• 4-year college degree.
• Minimum 5 years of related quality assurance/quality control, inspection or operations experience in construction industry.
• Good working knowledge of industry Building standards, Bridge and Highway standards and federal/local government agencies quality control requirements and specifications.
• QA/QC certifications, inspection certifications and/or related certifications are desirable but not required.

F.H. Paschen is 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.

If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.

Note to Search Firm Agencies, Recruitment Agencies,and Similar Organizations and Firms: F.H. Paschen does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.Please do not forward unsolicited resumes or candidate informationto any F.H. Paschen employee. F.H Paschen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees and referral compensationassociated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of F.H. Paschen and will be processed accordingly.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Eligibility for Year End Bonus
• LifeLock Subscription

Salary Range:

$90,000 - $125,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.