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PE Independent Inspection Quality Lead IIQL for Highway Construction 375 Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental industrial and infrastructure construction projects Headquartered in Austin TX Atlas currently has over 3500 employees with offices throughout the US including Alaska & Hawaii Its no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects Its how we are built with the best people in the industry with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project and with a heart led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do Were just built to be better We are a great company We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Inspection Independent Quality Lead IIQL to manage the field operations of the construction acceptance inspection efforts for the Independent Quality Firm IQF Atlas on the Mobile River Bridge project in Mobile Alabama Come join us The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in successfully leading a team of Inspectors Field Technicians in the acceptance inspection of all aspects of heavy highway construction and oversight of the documentation of the IQF field activities inspections and testing The IIQL will ensure accurate documentation of inspections and tests maintain high standards of quality and safety and supervise the IQF field personnel Job responsibilities include but are not limited to Oversee Construction Quality AcceptanceSupervise inspections of heavy highway construction activities eg grading drainage paving bridges to ensure adherence to project plans specifications and quality standardsDevelop Inspection Plans and ProceduresCreate and implement detailed inspection protocols for materials and construction processes tailored to the project construction regulationsManage Inspection TeamLead train and schedule a team of Quality Acceptance Inspectors ensuring they are assigned to work for which they are proficient and equipped to safely perform the inspections and testsTest and Document Materials QualityCoordinate the sampling and testing of construction materials eg soils aggregates hot mix asphalt concrete to confirm they meet project specifications and DOT Department of Transportation standardsEnsure Regulatory ComplianceVerify that all construction practices comply with applicable codes standards and permits eg AASHTO FHWA OSHA and state specific DOT regulationsDocumentation of Construction Progress QuantitiesOversee regular on site evaluations of construction progress including earthwork drainage systems pavements systems and structural components with the purpose of confirming required inspection and testing frequencies are metDocument and Report FindingsCompile detailed inspection reports including field tests measurements and test results to document compliance and identify deficienciesCoordinate InspectionsTesting with Construction ActivitiesCollaborate with the Design Builders Personnel to schedule timely Hold Point Inspections and to resolve observed quality issues and document corrective actions when deviations occurOversee Traffic Control and Safety StandardsEnsure traffic control devices on the construction site adhere to approved traffic control plans Managing the inspection of traffic control measures inspection staff safety training and practices and personal protective equipment PPE use to minimize risk of injury on the ProjectNon Compliance IssuesIdentify deviations from approved contract documents plans or specifications and prepare Non Conformance Reports NCRs or Construction Deficiency Reports CDRs as appropriate Review proposed solutions and make recommendation to IQM regarding IQF concurrenceFacilitate Audits and Owner ReviewsPrepare for and support external audits by the Project Owner providing documentation and participating in interviewsMonitor Environmental ComplianceInspect erosion control measures stormwater management and other environmental safeguards to confirm compliance with the approved erosion control plansDaily Dispatch of InspectionTesting PersonnelAlign daily inspection and field testing schedules with construction activities to meet inspection and testing requirements and minimize construction delaysAtlas Health and Safety Policies and ProceduresFollow the Atlas health and safety policies and procedures and ensure staff are trained in the sameMinimum requirements Registered Professional EngineerNo less than 20 years experience in a comparable roleA part of the candidates experience must have been in an independent quality role on a project with a construction value over 250M within the last five yearsExcellent leadership organizational and communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong problem solving skills and attention to detailTechnical requirements Extensive knowledge of typical DOT construction standards and specificationsFamiliar with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices MUTCDFamiliar with Quality Management SystemsExtensive knowledge of Construction Materials Testing CMT methods equipment and industry standardsKnowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to heavy highway constructionOther miscellaneous qualities Benefits Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees Depending on your employment status Atlas benefits include health dental vision life AD&D voluntary life AD&D disability benefits leaves of absence 401k paid time off paid holidays employee assistance program educational assistance program Who We Are We strive to be the most sought after infrastructure and environmental solutions company known for our unique values driven approach and brought to life by the industrys most exceptional people Atlas provides professional testing inspection engineering environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation commercial water government education and industrial markets With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can Our Values Life We enhance quality of life We value people and safety above all else Heart As our hallmarks we act with compassion empathy and respect Trust We work together as partners doing what we say with full accountability Mastery Always striving for the highest quality we ensure greatness inspires all our work Atlas EEOC Statement Atlas is an equal opportunity employer We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time For more information read through our EEO Policy httpswwweeocgovsitesdefaultfiles2023 0622 088EEOCKnowYourRights612ScreenRdrpdf