Granite Construction · 2 days ago
Sr. Quality Control Technician - Materials
Sparks, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$59K/yr - $88K/yr
5+ years expGranite Construction is one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. The Sr. Quality Control Technician - Materials is responsible for sampling, testing, and inspecting construction materials to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards. This role also involves supervising technicians, preparing inspection results, and participating in safety meetings.
ConstructionMiningTransportation
Hiring Manager
Jessica Somers
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with supplier and owner specifications by sampling and testing construction materials, including soil, aggregate, hot mix asphalt (HMA), and Portland cement concrete (PCC), to maintain quality standards
Oversee and assign work schedules for technicians in the absence of the QC Operations Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager to ensure optimum use of resources and maintain productivity
Prepare and communicate testing and inspection results to supervisors and plant personnel to ensure quality control standards are satisfied and necessary process changes are implemented
Follow the requirements for materials quality outlined in the company management system (GMS) and the Construction Materials Playbook to ensure compliance and maintain high standards
Review sampling, testing, inspecting, and design results from technicians to ensure quality standards are met and provide feedback for continuous improvement
Train and mentor technicians on sampling, testing, and inspection of construction materials to prepare them for additional certification and enhance their skills
Participate in the mix design process and develop an understanding of supplier and owner specifications to ensure accurate and compliant mix designs
Develop an understanding of laboratory standards associated with national and state laboratory accreditations (AASHTO, ASTM, local DOT), including lab equipment calibration and maintenance, to maintain accreditation and operational excellence
Interact with production personnel to ensure material process changes are implemented effectively, ensuring materials meet specifications
Assist or conduct safety meetings and inspections to provide a safe working environment and ensure compliance with safety regulations
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required
Regional or State Agency certification for material being sampled, tested, inspected required
5+ years of related experience required
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations
Ability to supervise technical staff
Strong organizational skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability and willingness to consistently abide by company code of conduct
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Valid driver's license and ability to drive
Preferred
NICET III certification desired
Benefits
Paid holidays
Sick leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
Special programs for musculoskeletal health
Mental wellness
Company
Granite Construction
Granite Construction is a construction company that specializes in transportation, mining, power, and tunneling.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (5)
2024 (4)
2023 (9)
2022 (3)
2021 (4)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$650M2024-06-06Post Ipo Debt· $325M
2023-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $325M
1990-04-20IPO
Leadership Team
Kyle Larkin
President and CEO
Jorge Quezada, MBA (He.Him.His)
Chief Diversity Officer / VP of People & Culture
Recent News
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