Quality Control Manager (QCM)

M&J Engineering D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004 M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering construction management construction inspection technology and environmental services to a broad range of clients including federal state and city/local agencies private owners architects engineers and contractors.

M&J is a leader in construction management and inspection ITS mechanical electrical wastewater water supply tunnel airport port marine/coastal environmental engineering and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity with the intent to further the Companys Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation pregnancy gender identity or expression age disability genetic information marital status citizenship status employment status veteran or military status or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan.

Position Overview

M&J Engineering Inc. is seeking aQualityControl Manager (QCM)to support Quality Control services on theCTDOT TIME 1 Contract (Location: Bridgeport / Stratford).

TheQualityControl Manager will serve as theindependentqualityauthority responsible for overseeing auditing and verifying the ContractorsQualityControl Program and construction activities for compliance with Contract Documents Agency Standards and approvedQualityControl procedures. The QCM will coordinate closely with M&J senior management the Owner/Agency and the Contractor while maintaining independence from construction means and methods.

CEIQualityControl Oversight

• Establish maintain and implement a written Project-SpecificQualityControl (QC) Programin accordance with the CTDOT requirements.
• Verify that the Contractors QC Program addresses all required elements including:
• Organization and authority
• Document and submittal control
• Design and shop drawing control
• Procurement and materials control
• Subcontractor fabricator and supplierqualityoversight
• Inspection and testing procedures
• Special process control
• Non-conformance resolution
• Records management and reporting
• Confirm that the QC Program is maintained as aliving document with revisions submitted reviewed and implemented as conditions change.

ConstructionQualityAssurance (QA)

• Provide CEI oversight of Contractor QC activities forcritical and routine work categories including but not limited to:
• Earthwork drainage asphalt and concrete
• Structural steel and bridge construction
• Foundations piles drilled shafts and retaining systems
• Electrical environmental and permit compliance
• Railroad trackwork signals circuits and overhead catenary systems
• Ensure thathold pointsidentified in the QC Program are enforced and that work does not proceed without required inspections and releases.
• Verify competence and qualifications of Contractor QC staffing duringsimultaneous critical work operations.

Inspection & Testing Verification

• Audit Contractor inspection sampling and testing activities for compliance with Contract requirements.
• Review inspection reports test results and QC documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Confirm use of qualified laboratories (AASHTO AAP / NETTCP) and certified QC personnel.

Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Oversight

• Review and track:
• Contractor-issued Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• Agency-issued Non-Compliance Notices (NCNs)
• Verify corrective actions closures and implementation of preventive measures.
• Ensure lessons learned and procedural changes are communicated to field personnel.

Document Control & Records Management

• Verify Contractor document control systems ensure onlycurrent approved documentsare used in the field.
• Monitor submittal logs status tracking and recall of superseded documents.
• Ensure QC records are properly maintained protected and retained in accordance with Agency requirements.

Reporting & Coordination

• Review and validate Contractordaily and monthly QC reports including:
• QC activities and inspections
• Testing and sampling results
• Non-conformance status updates
• Submittal status tracking
• Two-week look-ahead schedules
• Participate in and supportbi-weekly QA/QC meetingswith CTDOT and Contractor representatives.

Authority & Independence

• Maintain independence from Contractor means methods and production activities.
• Possess authority torecommend suspension of workforqualitynon-compliance.

Education

• Bachelors Degree inCivil Engineering Construction Engineering or related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum8 years of experiencein any combination of:
• Field inspection experience
• Construction or Construction Management experience relevant to the type of work and the scope of the Project
• Previous experience as a Quality Control professional
• Demonstrated experience onCTDOT projects.
• Proven experience reviewing and overseeingContractor QC Programsand inspection activities.

Certifications & Training

• Formal training or certification inqualitycontrol principles such as:
• NETTCPQualityAssurance Technologist(or approved equivalent)
• Familiarity with:
• CTDOT Standard Specifications
• Metro-North requirements

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong understanding of inspection and testing requirements for major civil and rail infrastructure work.
• Ability to interpret plans specifications shop drawings and test data.
• Excellent documentation reporting and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with Agency representatives contractors and CEI staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior service as aQC Manager QA Manageron large-scale transportation or rail projects.
• Experience with railroad trackwork signal systems or electrification projects.

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service safety risk management and loss prevention practices quality control teamwork and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work desire continuous improvement and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality employee-owned professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits including medical dental and eye insurance 401(k) retirement plan life insurance etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.