Quality Control Engineer

Job Title: Quality Control Engineer

Job Description

The Quality Control Engineer supports project teams in delivering work that meets the highest standards of compliance, accuracy, and performance within heavy civil construction. In this role, you collaborate closely with the Quality Manager and field teams to ensure that materials, testing, and documentation align with project specifications and regulatory requirements. You help keep projects organized, compliant, and progressing on schedule while building a strong foundation in quality processes for heavy civil and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Quality Manager and field teams to implement and maintain project-specific quality control procedures.
• Conduct quality control and quality assurance inspections on materials, workmanship, and construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Verify that all testing, inspections, and quality-related activities are properly documented and meet project, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Review, interpret, and apply project plans, drawings, and specifications to ensure construction work aligns with design intent.
• Support the coordination and oversight of qa/qc inspections for heavy civil and transportation-related projects, including DOT work.
• Assist project teams in identifying nonconformances, documenting issues, and supporting corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor and track quality-related activities and testing schedules to ensure critical milestones and deadlines are met.
• Work with field personnel to ensure proper handling, placement, and testing of materials in accordance with ACI and other relevant standards.
• Support project documentation by organizing inspection reports, test results, and quality records for audits and closeout packages.
• Use software tools such as Microsoft Office and Primavera P6 to track, analyze, and report on quality metrics and project progress.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders to provide updates on quality status, issues, and resolutions.
• Act as a self-starter in managing daily tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and maintaining strong organization and time management across multiple concurrent assignments.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of construction experience, preferably in heavy civil or Department of Transportation (DOT) projects.
• Experience supporting construction projects with values of $10M or greater.
• Knowledge of ACI standards and other relevant industry standards for heavy civil construction quality control.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply plans, drawings, and specifications in the field.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with field teams, project leadership, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for documentation, reporting, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 for scheduling and coordination of project activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a self-starter with strong organization and time management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with heavy civil infrastructure or institutional projects that directly serve local communities.
• Familiarity with additional construction quality standards beyond ACI for concrete and related materials.
• Experience working on long-term projects within stable, growth-oriented construction organizations.
• Vista or similar construction management software experience is a plus.
• Interest in building a long-term career in quality control and heavy civil construction.
• Commitment to a culture grounded in growth, resilience, integrity, and teamwork.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at jobsite locations across the St. Louis region, providing direct exposure to heavy civil and infrastructure construction activities. You work primarily in the field, often in inclement weather conditions, including heat and other challenging outdoor environments. The position involves close collaboration with field crews, project management, and quality leadership in an environment that emphasizes accountability, pride in workmanship, and long-term thinking. The organization operates with an employee-owned culture that values people first, offers leadership continuity, and supports the development of long-term careers through meaningful infrastructure and institutional projects. Standard construction-site attire and appropriate personal protective equipment are required while on site.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

100% Employee-Owned (ESOP): You share directly in the success you help create Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, bonus opportunities, 401(k), and 100% paid health coverage Unlimited PTO: Flexibility to manage work and life in a way that works for you Meaningful Work: Be part of infrastructure projects that make a real impact in the communities we serve Strong Teams: Work alongside people who take pride in their craft and support each other Growth & Development: We invest in your career through training, mentorship, and real opportunity to advance People-First Culture: Guided by our GRiT values-Growth, Resilience, Integrity, and Teamwork

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026.

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