Quality Manager

Global Earthwork & Underground; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Earthwork + Underground is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee quality control for large-scale infrastructure projects. You will ensure work complies with project specs, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, with emphasis on field inspections and documentation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy civil quality management and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management, plus strong communication skills to train project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 5+ years of quality management for heavy civil construction projects.
• Basic computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management Plan (QMP) for heavy civil construction projects.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and testing to monitor compliance and identify potential quality issues.
• Oversee materials testing, including concrete, asphalt, soil, and structural components.
• Lead quality control meetings and provide regular updates to leadership on quality performance and issues.

Skills

Quality management

Audits

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Global Earthwork + Underground was formed from the long-standing relationship between Joe Rodriguez and the team at Clarkson Construction Company. Seizing the opportunity to expand on a trusted professional partnership, Global was created to bolster a joint offering of outstanding services from both firms. Global is proud to be a minority-owned business.

Job Summary:

The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing quality control and assurance for large-scale infrastructure projects. This role ensures that construction activities comply with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in heavy civil construction with a strong background in quality management systems and inspections.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management Plan (QMP) for heavy civil construction projects.
• Ensure all work adheres to contract requirements, project specifications, and industry standards (e.g., DOT, AASHTO, ASTM, ACI).
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and testing to monitor compliance and identify potential quality issues.
• Oversee materials testing, including concrete, asphalt, soil, and structural components.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental and safety standards.

Quality Control & Risk Mitigation

• Establish and enforce quality control procedures across all project phases, from pre-construction to project completion.
• Identify and investigate non-conformance issues (NCRs) and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Work closely with project teams to resolve quality concerns while minimizing rework and cost impacts.
• Maintain and manage project documentation, including quality control reports, inspection records, and test results.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, subcontractors, and field personnel to ensure quality objectives are met.
• Serve as the liaison between the project team and regulatory agencies, clients, and third-party inspectors.
• Facilitate pre-installation meetings and quality training for project personnel.
• Lead quality control meetings and provide regular updates to leadership on quality performance and issues.

Process Improvement & Training

• Develop and conduct quality training programs for project teams to enhance awareness and adherence to quality standards.
• Recommend and implement best practices for continuous improvement in construction quality.
• Stay updated on industry advancements, construction materials, and regulatory changes to optimize quality processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Communication skills, verbal and written.
• Knowledge of materials used.
• Knowledge of technologies and equipment used.
• Ability to follow up on inquiries in a timely manner.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally.
• Must possess time management skills, including multi-task, meeting deadlines and being committed to getting the job done.
• Knowledge of and commitment to compliance.

Other Responsibilities:

• Must be able to travel to jobsites within local areas.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field experience preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in quality management for heavy civil construction projects.
• Basic computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment:

• Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, walk, stand; Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• This position requires in-person work.
• Work is often performed next to live traffic, in outdoor weather conditions, with and around large heavy civil construction machinery.
• Work is also performed in a lab setting.
• May be exposed to extreme outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours, including night shifts and overtime, as assigned.

Global Earthwork + Underground is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

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