Quality Control Manager- Rail

Middlesex co; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401k with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A prominent construction firm is seeking a Quality Control Manager – Rail in Norwalk, CA. The role involves overseeing quality management for complex rail projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading a team of quality control staff. Ideal candidates will have a four-year degree in engineering or construction management and at least two years of relevant experience. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a generous 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction quality control management on rail or transit projects.
• Strong understanding of heavy-civil and rail construction practices.
• Ability to adapt to different management styles and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee project quality management functions.
• Develop project Quality Control Plans and ensure compliance.
• Manage quality testing and inspections for projects.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Four-year engineering/construction management degree

Tools

Project management software

Document control systems

Job description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The Quality Control Manager – Rail will play a critical leadership role in the successful and timely delivery of complex, fast-track, multi-million-dollar rail, transit, and heavy-civil infrastructure projects from pre-construction through project execution and close-out.

Responsibilities

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
• Provide overall leadership and oversight of all project quality management functions for rail and transit construction projects, serving as the primary subject matter expert for quality-related matters.
• Actively participate in day-to-day operational leadership and project decision-making to ensure quality requirements are integrated into planning, sequencing, and execution of work.
• Develop, implement, and manage project-specific Quality Control Plans in accordance with contract documents, company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and manage all required quality testing, inspections, documentation, and reporting, including coordination with third-party testing agencies and inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, drawings, and engineering calculations for rail-specific work activities including track systems, structures, civil works, temporary works, crane and hoisting operations, shoring, falsework, formwork, and safety systems.
• Provide technical input during pre-construction and construction planning related to constructability, interpretation of design, and development of efficient construction methods and quality control processes.
• Lead and mentor Quality Control staff and field personnel, providing guidance, training, and oversight to ensure consistent implementation of quality standards across the project.
• Develop and implement project Quality Control orientation and training programs to ensure all project personnel understand quality roles, responsibilities, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Ensure work is constructed in compliance with project requirements and that quality records are accurate, complete, traceable, and properly maintained.
• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of project contract documents, drawings, specifications, referenced standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support document control efforts to ensure project documents, revisions, and updates are current and properly distributed.
• Assist with procurement, buy-out, and management of subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined and enforced.
• Manage the project submittal process, including review, coordination, tracking, and approval of submittals, shop drawings, as-builts, and close-out documentation.
• Participate in the RFI process to ensure timely review, response, and close-out of quality-related items.
• Monitor work for non-conformance issues, ensure corrective actions are approved and implemented, and verify closure with documented acceptance.
• Prepare and submit accurate Quality Control status reports and support project leadership with quality metrics and reporting.
• Lead project close-out activities related to quality, including punch list management, commissioning support, and system turnover.

Qualifications

• Four-year engineering or construction management degree, or an equivalent combination of technical training and relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a construction quality control management role, with direct experience on rail or transit heavy-civil projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of heavy-civil and rail construction practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with supervision, scheduling, estimating support, budget awareness, and project status reporting.
• Proficiency with project management and document control software systems.

Necessary Attributes

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player and with a strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a team in an efficient and effective manner.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.

We offer our full-timeand eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.