Quality Control Manager - Heavy Civil

Quality Control Manager - Heavy Civil

Location: North Richland Hills, TX
Pay: $105,000–$120,000 Annually
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, with possibility of nights and weekends
Travel: Regular travel to project sites and asphalt plants throughout Texas, including West Texas

About Ragle

Since 1993, Ragle Inc. has completed numerous construction projects across Texas, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois. We specialize in highway and bridge construction while also performing work in deep excavation, grading, and pipe work. Our success is built on safety, quality, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Position Summary

Ragle Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager to develop, implement, and oversee quality control operations across our Texas heavy civil construction projects.

Based in our North Richland Hills office, this position will lead a team of field Quality Control Engineers and Technicians supporting asphalt and concrete operations, including our expanding self-performed construction activities and asphalt plant operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of construction materials, TxDOT specifications, and quality control procedures, along with proven leadership experience. This individual will be responsible for establishing QC standards, ensuring regulatory and contractual compliance, developing field personnel, and maintaining strong relationships with TxDOT and other project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage Ragle's quality control program across Texas heavy civil construction projects and asphalt plant operations.

• Lead, hire, train, and develop field Quality Control Engineers and Technicians, ensuring appropriate staffing across projects and plants.

• Maintain required employee certifications, training records, and qualifications.

• Prepare and maintain project-specific and plant-specific quality control plans in accordance with TxDOT specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.

• Establish and oversee testing frequencies, inspection procedures, documentation requirements, and corrective action processes.

• Manage asphalt and concrete quality control activities, including mix designs, plant production, material testing, and field placement.

• Coordinate with Level 2 mix designers, third-party testing laboratories, project management teams, and field personnel.

• Serve as the primary quality control contact for TxDOT districts, area offices, inspectors, and other project owners.

• Review and resolve discrepancies between Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing results.

• Monitor quality performance metrics, including pay factors, failed tests, material deficiencies, and rework.

• Prepare quality reports and communicate performance trends, concerns, and corrective actions to operations leadership.

• Investigate quality failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to prevent recurring issues.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen quality standards, operational efficiency, and project performance.

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, project specifications, and applicable regulations.

• Perform additional quality management responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in quality control, construction materials testing, or related work within DOT or heavy civil construction projects.

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience managing Quality Control Engineers, Technicians, or materials testing personnel.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing quality control plans.

• Strong technical background in asphalt or concrete quality control, with working knowledge of both materials.

• Familiarity with TxDOT specifications, testing procedures, and quality requirements, or comparable state DOT standards.

• Experience coordinating directly with DOT inspectors, testing laboratories, project owners, and construction personnel.

• Knowledge of asphalt and concrete mix designs, production processes, field testing, and material acceptance requirements.

• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to investigate material deficiencies, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and field personnel across different locations.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to project sites and asphalt plants throughout Texas, including West Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

• TxDOT Hot-Mix Asphalt Level 2 certification or willingness to obtain certification through company-sponsored training.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation.

• Previous experience establishing or managing quality control operations for a new asphalt plant.

• Experience overseeing quality control programs across multiple heavy civil construction projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of $105,000–$120,000, based on qualifications and experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, based on company policy.

• Company-sponsored training for applicable certifications, including TxDOT Hot-Mix Asphalt Level 2.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Leadership opportunity to develop and strengthen quality control operations across growing heavy civil construction projects.

• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Additional Information

• This position is based in North Richland Hills, TX, with regular travel to project sites and asphalt plants throughout Texas.

• Ragle Inc. does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Ragle Inc. participates in E-Verify.

• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including background checks and drug screening.

• Ragle Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Ragle Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies.

Ragle Inc. Terms and Conditions

By providing your mobile number, you agree to receive text messages from Ragle Inc. regarding job opportunities, application updates, interview scheduling, and other recruiting-related communications.

You can cancel the SMS service at any time by texting STOP. After you send STOP, you will receive confirmation that you have been unsubscribed and will no longer receive SMS messages from us.

For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at [email protected].

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary based on recruiting activity and application status.

For information about how we collect and use your information, please review our Privacy Policy: Ragle Inc. Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy: We collect your mobile number and related opt-in data for the delivery of SMS messages. Your mobile opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.