Project Quality Control Supervisor

Southwest Concrete Paving Project QC Supervisor

We are Southwest Concrete Paving, a heavy construction company specializing in concrete paving. Our primary focus is Department of Defense airfield projects, although we have and will continue pursue FAA, DOT, and private work under the right circumstances. Primarily, our projects build the infrastructure that the guys who protect the country use to stage and get off the ground. We are a small company with big reach, and even bigger goals. We do work that other contractors can't or won't do. As a smaller company, we are a close knit team. In fact teamwork is essential to our success as a company, and we have been very successful. We are looking for new team members to become a part of growing something big. Our goal is to be the best. Our current team is bought in to that vision, and if you want to be the best, and are interested in an opportunity to become part of a winning team, then we are looking for you.

This is what we are looking for:

We are seeking a quality control supervisor. This position requires a minimum of 3-5 years of construction experience, preferably in airfield, heavy highway, or heavy civil construction and preferably with experience in materials testing as it relates to construction. The right candidate will be on the project site during all phases of construction making sure that the project is constructed as per plans and specifications. The position requires that the individual be able to communicate and disseminate information both to key staff members internally as well as to prime and sub-contractors, government representatives, material suppliers, and third party testing agencies.

The candidate must be able to read and interpret plans and specs, have an understanding of construction materials, techniques, and equipment, be capable with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and be able to perform basic on site testing of materials.

This position is a project based position, and will require travel from project to project. Duration of stay at a particular project will depend on the specifics and location of each job, but the position will require short and long term travel on a project by project basis. Additionally, working shifts will vary seasonally with weather, but night work will be required based on local conditions.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Implement and reinforce the Quality Control Plan of the Project.
• Oversee and ensure QC for all the activities of the project
• Manage QC daily reports and delegate to supporting staff required duties
• Manage the USACE/NAVFAC Three Phase Quality Control Process, which may include preparatory meetings, initial and follow up inspections and create all required documentation on all definable features of work
• Manage documentation of work and required submittals with office staff and USACE interface software
• Oversee testing and coordinate with the activities of the on-site third party lab
• Managing, scheduling, and directing the activities of direct subordinates on the project site
• Know and understand project plans, specifications, and other contract documents
• Ensure compliance to contract plans, specifications, relevant ASTM, COE, and applicable test procedures, as well as additional relevant contract documents
• Perform daily checks to assure control activities, including testing/compliance, and document all results
• Determine, communicate, and document deficiencies and ensure they are corrected in a timely manner
• Maintain current records providing factual evidence that required quality control activities and/or tests have been performed
• Participate and document all completion inspections punch-out, pre-final and final acceptance
• Act as liaison and a point of contact for the USACE and SWP
• Track required submittals, project RFI's, and any contract changes/change orders/VE's for project and help to disseminate information and implementation to project team
• Monitor all scheduled activities, plans, weather, materials, deliveries, and construction methods to assure highest quality project can be delivered
• Plan and prepare for upcoming work
• Report to Quality Control Manager
• Conduct Business with 100% integrity
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:

• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Able to pass a drug test - SWP is a drug-free environment
• Able to obtain Federal Clearance to access Military Installations
• Documented 3- 5 years of construction experience
• Current certification for, or ability to take and pass ACI Transportation Inspector certification
• Proven abilities and skills in the following: leadership and management of people, communication (verbal and written), planning, and organization
• Proficiency in all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality and productivity for the Project Team
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
• Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management
• Ability to establish trust and interface effectively with Owners and Customers
• Willingness to travel throughout the western United States and possibly oversees when required

Attributes:

• Must be physically able to push, pull, bend, twist, reach, kneel, squat, stand, walk on uneven ground and or hard surfaces, sit for extended periods of time, climb ladders and or equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Strong work ethic and a team player
• Knows when, with whom, and how to best communicate
• Must be able to regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen
• Stays abreast of changes in the industry and shares innovation with other departments and divisions
• Works independently as a decision maker but understands their own abilities and limitations and understands when to seek guidance
• Proactively manages risk
• Professionally interacts with colleagues, the public, clients, and business associates

Working Conditions:

This is a fast paced working environment. We come to work to work. The working conditions will include travel to all parts of the western United States and possibly abroad (primarily pacific islands). Hours will be mandated by project activities but night work will be required, some weekend work will be required, and some extended hours will be required. This will be a salaried position where the right applicant will be directly supervising and scheduling the activities of one to two individuals on the project site. There will be some exposure to normal construction materials such as concrete, cement, fly ash, slag cement, aggregates, epoxies, solvents, etc. There will be exposure to loud noises both from construction equipment and nearby jet engines. There will be exposure to weather both hot and cold as this position will require extended outdoor working hours. There will be times where close quarter contact will be requires such as working in small office trailers. At times the primary access to restrooms will be on site j-johns.

Benefits:

Southwest Concrete Paving offers excellent compensation & benefits, including medical & dental insurance, paid time off & an attractive 401K plan and profit sharing.

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

• Full-Time position
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Competitive Salary with bonus and profit sharing potential
• Paid Time off
• 401K
• Profit Sharing once eligibility has been met
• Company vehicle
• Company computer
• Travel stipend

This position requires a full drug screening and background check in order to obtain access to military airfield bases.