Quality Control Manager - Heavy Civil Engineering

McMillen Inc.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

FSA

401(k) and match

9 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Stock ownership

Wellness reimbursement

Company truck or vehicle allowance

Mobile phone options

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. in the United States seeks a Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to lead the quality program for dam and lock electrical projects. You will implement QC procedures and coordinate inspections to ensure contract compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering, 5+ years in QC on heavy civil projects, and USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain. OSHA 30 preferred; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field is highly desired.
• 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity.
• Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required.
• USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification.
• OSHA 30 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures.
• Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings.
• Verify materials meet approved submittals and specifications.
• Execute testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards.
• Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily and inspection reports.

Skills

Quality Control

Heavy civil construction

Education

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

Job description

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

Quality Control Manager - Heavy Civil Engineering

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager with heavy civil construction experience to support projects focused on dam and lock electrical work. The Quality Control Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of the Contractor's and/or Client's Quality Control Program, including the coordination, performance and execution of construction inspection and testing services. The QC Manager is responsible for assuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds the project's contractual requirements and maintains the standard of excellence established by the firm.

Who we are:

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don't look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they're proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States and Canada, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Quality Control practices and procedures
• Ensure all work complies with contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings
• Verify materials incorporated into the project meet approved submittals and specifications
• Execute required testing procedures in accordance with contract documents and industry standards
• Prepare professional correspondence for clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
• Monitor, document, and track QC documentation, including daily reports, testing and inspection reports, and preparatory/initial meetings
• Review special inspections and material testing performed by third parties

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field highly desired
• 5+ years of heavy civil construction experience in a Quality Control capacity
• Experience with dam and lock electrical work is required
• Previous USACE experience is a plus
• USACE CQCM certification or ability to obtain certification
• OSHA 30 preferred

Physical and Emotional Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: $120,000 - $160,000(DOE)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• FSA
• EAP
• 401(k) and match
• 9 paid holidays
• Generous PTO
• Opportunity for stock ownership
• Wellness reimbursement
• Subsistence and home leave benefits for Quality Control Manager assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence
• Company truck or vehicle allowance
• Mobile phone options

EEO:

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.