Quality Manager

About the Role

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.

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.

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

Requirements

• 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.

Skills

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

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.