Quality Control Manager (Civil Construction)

William Charles Construction•Rockford, IL

5h•$110,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

William Charles Construction is expanding it's operations team and now hiring a Quality Control Manager to support our heavy civil transportation projects. The Manager of Quality Control is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Quality Management System (QMS) for heavy civil transportation projects delivered for state and federal agencies, including the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), and Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). This role ensures all work complies with contract requirements, DOT specifications, regulatory standards, and company policies while promoting a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Company Overview With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume, William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our “Do it Right the First Time” work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction, environmental management and mining and materials production, we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent combined technical and work experience
10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a strong focus on transportation projects
5+ years of experience in a senior quality management or leadership role
Demonstrated experience delivering projects for IDOT, INDOT, MoDOT, or other state DOTs
In-depth knowledge of DOT materials testing, inspection procedures, and acceptance requirements
Strong understanding of quality systems, audits, and regulatory compliance in a multi-state environment
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to interpret complex contract documents and technical specifications
Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with quality documentation systems and reporting tools
Ability to travel to project sites across multiple states as required
Combination of office and field-based work on active construction sites
Travel within Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Certifications such as IDOT INDOT MODOT Level III certifications, or similar strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) for multi-state heavy civil transportation projects
Ensure compliance with IDOT, INDOT, and MoDOT Standard Specifications, supplemental specifications, engineering policy guides, manuals, and project-specific special provisions
Ensure adherence to applicable FHWA, AASHTO, ASTM, and state and federal regulatory requirements
Review, approve, and oversee project-specific Quality Control Plans (QCPs)
Serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related matters with DOT representatives, owners, and third-party auditors
Provide quality leadership and oversight for highways, bridges, interstates, transit, and other transportation infrastructure projects
Coordinate with DOT project engineers, district staff, inspectors, and materials personnel across multiple states
Oversee inspection, testing, materials certification, and documentation required for agency acceptance
Identify quality risks and support corrective and preventive actions, including nonconformance reporting and root cause analysis
Interpret specifications and plans relating to contractor’s quality
Coordinate with field QA and QC testers for all required testing
Maintain all testing records and quality control documentation
Lead internal quality audits and support external DOT audits and reviews
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant quality documentation and reporting in accordance with agency requirements
Track quality performance metrics, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Prepare executive-level reports on quality performance, compliance, and risk mitigation
Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Control Managers, inspectors, and testing personnel across multiple projects
Establish training programs focused on DOT requirements, quality procedures, and best practices
Promote a proactive quality culture emphasizing “right-the-first-time” execution
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned across the organization

Benefits

Targeted compensation $110,000-140,000 / year, commensurate with experience
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan