Quality Control Lab Manager Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

Nova Group Inc., a Quanta Services company, is an industry leading general engineering construction company with 50 years of experience worldwide. Nova specializes in hydrant fueling, waterfront, electrical and utility construction projects for the Department of Defense (NAVFAC, ACOE). Nova exceeds customer expectations through innovative construction, safety, quality and outstanding customer service.

Headquartered in Napa, CA, with regional offices in Port Orchard, WA, Japan and project locations stretching across the US, as well as internationally, the opportunities are endless with Nova! Nova offers employees competitive health benefits, matching 401K contributions, career advancement opportunities, and endless training opportunities. Individuals who pride themselves on having a strong work ethic, commitment to their integrity, interest in giving back to local communities, and who are willing to relocate for career advancement opportunities should not hesitate to apply!

Summary:

Implement and manage Quality Control Program per contract specifications and project QC Plan. 

 Requirements:

• Work closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager coordinating quality with production.
• Manage and coordinate three phases of control for all features of work. Complete all associated report forms.
• Conduct Preparatory meetings and Initial inspections on all definable features of work.
• Conduct and keep minutes of the QC/Production Meeting.
• Observe and monitor daily field activities for compliance with the plans and specifications. Perform field testing as required.
• Be familiar with the EM 385-1-1, monitor field work for safety violations and inform the SSHO of any problems observed, take immediate action if necessary.
• Complete daily Quality Control Reports for submission to the Owner.
• Develop and maintain QC project files.
• Prepare, review and transmit submittals.
• Perform QC review and approve subcontractor submittals prior to transmitting to the Owner.
• Maintain the Submittal Register.
• Write RFIs in coordination with Project Supt. and Project Manager.
• Develop and maintain the Testing Plan and Log. Schedule testing and special inspections.
• Maintain reports of onsite and offsite quality control inspections and tests performed including work by suppliers and subcontractors.
• Schedule and manage QC Specialists and testing labs, verify work done by others.
• Keep a Rework list of work that does not comply with the contract requirements.
• Prepare punch lists and perform pre-final and final inspections; ensure punch list completion.
• Maintain As-Built drawings.
• Maintain weld log, weld field map with locations and elevations.
• Take and process progress photos.
• Perform and document a pre-pour checklist for concrete placements.
• Keep the Owner informed of onsite & offsite sampling/testing.
• Prepare project specific QC Plan and assist in Accident Prevention Plan and Environmental Protection Plan preparation.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

 Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience: 

Educational and experience requirements include: 

• Experience with infrastructure projects including but not limited to medium voltage cabling, conductor splicing, insulators, grounding, lightning protection, transformers, switchgear, conductor lugs & terminations, underground duct banks, excavation, backfill, rebar, concrete, formwork, piping, welding, pumps, valves, painting & coating, instrumentation, pre-engineered buildings and commissioning.
• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in engineering or construction management.
• Familiar with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health requirements.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office programs and Bluebeam or Adobe.
• Excellent organizational, supervisory and decision making/problem solving skills are essential.
• Advanced management or technical training preferred.
• Current USACE/NAVFAC CQM certification preferred.
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, and DoD construction contracts preferred.
• Familiar with eCMS, RMS preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

 Work Environment:

Work is performed on a construction site, typically in a construction trailer. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

 Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site in all types of weather.
• Prolonged periods of standing and working outside.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Must be able to lift to 40 pounds at times.

 Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, overtime exempt position. Days and hours of work will depend on production schedule.
• This Quality Control Manager, QCM, role is relocating from project site to project site. 
• Typical projects are 1 -3 years in duration in locations both domestic and international. 
• Between projects, the QCM may be assigned shorter term to one of the Nova offices, to another project, or remote from a home base for project support work as required. 
• This position requires U.S. work authorization.