Granite Construction · 1 hour ago
Construction Materials QC Engineer I
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$71K/yr - $129K/yr
0+ years expGranite Construction is a leading heavy civil contractor and construction materials producer, dedicated to building infrastructure and supporting employee growth. The Construction Materials QC Engineer I role focuses on implementing and maintaining a quality system for construction materials, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with various teams to promote operational excellence.
ConstructionMiningTransportation
Hiring Manager
Jessica Somers
Responsibilities
Implement a quality system to ensure construction materials meet quality standards by analyzing and interpreting testing results, which is critical for maintaining product integrity
Review, summarize, and communicate testing results to plant operations promptly to ensure materials meet specifications and corrective actions are taken when required, ensuring continuous quality control
Apply the requirements outlined in the construction materials playbook and the company’s management system (GMS) to ensure compliance, which is essential for maintaining operational standards
Support the QC management team during pre-bid, construction, and post-construction phases by collaborating with plants/materials, construction, sales, and estimating teams to ensure quality standards are met, contributing to project success
Understand and manage national/state accreditation programs (AASHTO, ASTM, local DOT) to meet accreditation deadlines, identify and correct lab deficiencies, maintain laboratory standards, complete accreditation materials, and coordinate facility and equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance and operational excellence
Track material quality incidents using the company’s defined process, with direction from the QC management team, to maintain quality control and ensure accurate reporting and resolution
Enforce the operation facility QC Plans to ensure requirements are followed and that sampling and testing frequencies are appropriately managed, which is vital for maintaining consistent quality
Utilize QC software applications (e.g., Stonemont, R18LabQMS, Autodesk Build, HCSS) to effectively manage quality data and processes, enhancing operational efficiency
Participate in regular quality-focused meetings with construction materials teams to review materials quality key performance metrics (e.g., MFTQ, HMA bonus performance) and drive continuous improvement
Generate submittals (aggregate and HMA) following the company’s standard processes to ensure compliance and accuracy in documentation
Participate in the mix design process to develop blends, execute designs, and prepare final mix design submittals, contributing to product development and quality
Promote the company’s safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment, including assisting with safety meetings and inspections, which is crucial for maintaining workplace safety
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline required
0 – 2 years of relevant experience
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations
Good oral and written communication skills
Advanced Microsoft Suite and database operations skills required
Self-motivated
Training Skills
Good understanding of laboratory and field-testing procedures and equipment
Valid driver's license and ability to drive
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Ability and willingness to abide by the company's code of conduct daily
Preferred
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
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
2025-12-08
2025-11-08
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