Civil Construction Quality Control Manager

Job ID: 514122

HK Contractors, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

The Quality Control (QC) Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering technical expertise, leadership, and strategic support to HK Contractors, Inc.'s Quality Control Department. This position ensures optimal product quality and customer satisfaction across asphalt, quarry, and recycling operations. The QC Manager collaborates cross-functionally with internal teams, external partners, and sales to uphold the companys core values of Safety, Integrity, and Quality , while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Lead and develop a high-performing QC team aligned with the companys core values.
• Champion a culture of safety, aiming for zero incidents across all QC operations.
• Maintain and enhance QC/QA processes to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Oversee all quality control activities for hot mix asphalt (HMA) and aggregate production, ensuring adherence to specifications at all jurisdictional levels.
• Promote awareness of key performance indicators (KPIs) and cost control measures.
• Foster strong communication channels across business units to support product quality and customer service.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to meet material submittal and testing deadlines.
• Review and approve regional mix designs, balancing cost-efficiency, feasibility, and quality.
• Provide guidance to paving teams on process adjustments to meet specifications.
• Manage employee performance through coaching, feedback, recognition, and disciplinary action as needed.
• Maintain current QC/QA certifications and ensure compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulations.
• Ensure laboratory equipment and reference materials are properly maintained and calibrated.
• Mentor team members in technical, operational, and supervisory areas.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Represent the company in industry associations and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Review and coordinate weekly and monthly paving schedules.
• Handle administrative tasks including recordkeeping, reporting, and procurement.
• Support recruitment and hiring processes as needed.
• Conduct lab tours and communicate procedures to visitors and stakeholders.
• Oversee training and certification programs for lab personnel.
• Manage financial aspects of the QC business unit, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Allocate workloads and manage staffing schedules for lab operations.
• Review testing procedures and results to ensure compliance with established standards.
• Administer Quality Management System (QMS) and Regional Safety Operations (RSO) programs

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• WAQTC and AASHTO qualification certificates in all areas of the field.
• Five (5) years experience in all areas of testing (WAQTC and AASHTO).
• A minimum of 3 years experience managing a staff of 5 or more employees.

Work Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute, rate, ration, percent, land to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instruction.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Database software.
• May be subject to drug testing, medical exams and physical abilities testing.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must have a current and valid drivers license with a good driving record.

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Requirements

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 employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If youre up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

HK Contractors, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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