Ames Construction
Quality Control Manager
Farmington, NM · Mid · Contract
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About the role
- Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
- Duties and Responsibilities - Participate in the development of the Project Quality Plan.
- Working Conditions - Travel - If supporting multiple projects, travel is 50-80% of position.
Responsibilities
- For a single project, the position requires 100% in-person support.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of relevant technical, quality or construction experience.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems in a collaborative approach with coworkers.
- Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
- Possess high attention to detail with the ability to recognize deficiencies.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workload.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment and adjust priorities based on evolving project changes.
- Must have a valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR.
- some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required
- ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.
- Construction site environment - physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb.
- Knowledge of construction standards/specifications (USACE, DOT, ASTM, ACI, AASHTO) preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Outlook, SharePoint, Project Management software.
- Working Conditions
- Travel - If supporting multiple projects, travel is 50-80% of position. For a single project, the position requires 100% in-person support.
- Office environment - extensive sitting at desk and computer
Nice to have
- Participate in the development of the Project Quality Plan.
- Responsible to ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely manner and verify effectiveness.
- Responsible for reporting and managing nonconformances, including deficiencies and NCRs.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance to Ames' QMS and project specific requirements.
- Work with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
- Coordinate and ensure compliance of third-party testing and inspection personnel.
- Foster and promote strong client relationships through open and transparent communication.
- Report on project KPIs to measure quality performance.
Compensation
- $50k-$80k
Equal opportunity
- Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This listing is sourced directly from Ames Construction's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.