Construction Quality Control Manager Topeka, KS ; Midwest

Company Overview

In 1979, Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Inc. began with a paving and maintenance operation and a dedication to service. Today the organization operates several lines of business that can cover all areas of need in a construction project.

The Bettis Group of Companies today include Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Inc., Bettis Asphalt & Construction Western Division, Mid-States Materials, LLC, Capital Trucking, LLC, Bettis Contractors, Inc., Bettis Fabrication, Capital Ready‑Mix, Capital Crane, LLC, Koss Construction Company, Midwest Pavement Grinding, LLC, Piping Contractors of Kansas, and PTMW. From rock to road, construction to cranes, our ability to handle a complete job ensures both the best price and the best quality.

Bettis Companies hires the industry’s top professionals. Our crews are comprised of individuals who share the same commitment to quality, service, safety, and family. At Bettis, we self‑perform the majority of tasks, maintaining strict safety and quality control. Our client list grows steadily because we understand the importance of developing long‑term relationships built on trust, performance, and reliability. See the Bettis Companies in action here.

The Quality Control Manager position is based out of the Corporate Office in Topeka, KS but will require some travel and work throughout the Midwest (e.g., Oklahoma, Kansas, Arkansas, and Nebraska). The Quality Control Manager is responsible for quality control programs, material management, and technical services of the company. The Quality Control Manager will coordinate with the General Superintendent or Project Manager to ensure that each project has adequate staff to perform the quality control functions.

This position reports to the Executive Vice President.

Quality Control

• Draft and approve plans, certifications, and all permits related to environmental and contractual compliance.
• Tailored Project Quality Control Plans and Process Control Plans
• Equipment calibrations, certifications, and verification
• Permitting associated with testing equipment use (i.e., Nuclear Safety)
• Personnel training, certification, and verification for QC staff.
• Coordinate plant site setup and layout of material piles with the Concrete or Asphalt Operations Manager.
• Perform budgeting, cost reporting, and cost allocations of the central quality control laboratory.
• Ensure the completion of concrete and asphalt mix designs for each project, verification of pre‑production performance of these designs, and obtain approval for production by owner’s representatives using these designs.
• Analyze and track contract incentives and disincentives applicable to company products, continuously pursue incentive maximization within the project budgets, and disseminate the results by division and project to all foremen responsible for production activities and project management staff.
• Facilitate communication between owner, suppliers, operations staff, and the corporate office.
• Research and remain current on technical advancements within our industry, including design, equipment, and communication advancements.
• Transfer acquired knowledge to appropriate staff.

Materials Management

• Determine the quality, suitability, cost, and capacity of potential ingredient materials for operations at the pre‑bid and pre‑construction phase of our projects.
• Compile budgets for bulk aggregate and plant mixed products
• Research historical data on the performance of mix verifications and quality control results for engineered products delivered throughout the industry
• Evaluate and monitor the production and delivery of all key materials scheduled for the products to ensure acceptable quality
• Review and understand contract specification requirements.
• Provide guidance, education, and direction on specifications to company personnel to ensure contract compliance.

Technical Services

• Permitting associated with testing equipment use (i.e., Nuclear Safety)
• Transfer of technical advancements within our industry to company staff, including design, equipment, and communication advancements, as assigned.

Staffing

• Direct, coach, train, and mentor the assigned QC…