Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Leader

Location: Columbus, MS (Frequent Travel to Project Sites Required)
Company: Gregory Construction
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: President

Now Hiring: QA/QC Leader – Heavy Civil Construction

Gregory Construction is seeking an experienced and strategic Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Leader to develop, implement, and lead our company-wide Quality Management System (QMS) across all heavy civil construction operations.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring that every project meets or exceeds contract specifications, DOT standards, and Gregory Construction’s commitment to excellence. The QA/QC Leader partners closely with Operations, Safety, Survey, Equipment, and People teams to embed quality into every phase of the construction process—from preconstruction planning through project closeout.

If you are passionate about building systems, driving accountability, reducing rework, and strengthening client confidence, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System Leadership

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company-wide Quality Management System (QMS)

• Establish inspection protocols, documentation controls, and quality standards

• Standardize Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), checklists, and hold points

• Implement document control processes for submittals, RFIs, material certifications, and test results

Project-Level Quality Planning

• Participate in preconstruction meetings and project startup planning

• Review specifications and identify high-risk scopes

• Ensure teams understand contract quality requirements before work begins

• Assist in developing quality plans for grading, utilities, structures, concrete, asphalt, and specialty scopes

Field Quality Oversight

• Conduct routine and unannounced jobsite visits

• Evaluate compliance with plans, specifications, and DOT requirements

• Review testing procedures, workmanship, survey accuracy, and material installation

• Support resolution of nonconforming work

Testing & Materials Compliance

• Oversee third-party testing agencies and internal technicians

• Ensure proper sampling, testing frequency, and documentation

• Monitor compaction reports, concrete breaks, density tests, asphalt testing, and material certifications

• Identify trends in test failures and implement corrective action plans

Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct internal quality audits

• Lead root cause analysis for recurring issues

• Track KPIs such as rework cost, punch lists, inspection failures, and warranty claims

• Present quality performance updates to executive leadership

Training & Cultural Integration

• Train Superintendents, Foremen, Surveyors, and Project Managers on quality processes

• Integrate quality into onboarding and field development programs

• Promote a proactive “build it right the first time” culture

Qualifications

Required

• 7–10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction

• Strong knowledge of DOT specifications and contract documents

• Experience managing quality control processes on civil infrastructure projects (earthwork, utilities, paving, structures)

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical submittals

• Strong organizational, analytical, and documentation skills

• Excellent communication and leadership ability

• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

• Prior experience as a Project Manager, Superintendent, or QC Manager

• Experience building or leading a formal Quality Management System

• Certifications such as CQM, ACI, NICET, or DOT-specific credentials

• Experience with digital quality tracking or document control systems

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail with strong field awareness

• Strategic thinker with practical execution skills

• Leadership presence and credibility with field teams

• Data-driven decision-making

• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

• Commitment to continuous improvement

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