Company Overview Mike Hooks LLC specializes in providing comprehensive dredging services, including maintenance dredging, wetland remediation, beach restoration, and new construction projects. Our fleet of advanced dredges supports a variety of critical infrastructure and environmental initiatives across diverse locations. As a Mike Hooks Quality Control Manager, you will be an integral part of our marine based dredging company. In this position, you will learn to utilize engineering principles taking part in project layout, topographic and hydrographic surveying, production guidance, monitoring, reporting, and dredging quality control. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and work with other talented team members. This position will report directly to a senior level Field Engineer. Division Overview Mike Hooks is a respected marine contractor that owns, operates, and maintains a diverse and extensive fleet of dredging and support equipment. We serve customers that require dredging for navigation and restoration, in turn maintaining the waterways that transport goods and fortifying our infrastructure and coastlines. Mike Hooks provides a cohesive dredging services lifecycle. We specialize in both capital and maintenance dredging for deep or shallow draft navigation, as well as coastal restoration and protection. The division employs a talented and motivated workforce that includes managers, engineers, technicians, and support personnel — all with experience and qualifications that are second to none. Our primary objective is to deliver exceptional customer service in the spirit of partnership, while upholding the highest levels of safety, environmental sensitivity, and operational efficiency. This is an hourly position that pays overtime if working more than 40 hours in a work week. Essential Job Functions Train to increase scope of knowledge, skills and understanding of Hydrographic surveying and reporting requirements Train to provide dredge with accurate surveys and vessel guidance to ensure accurate production measurements and correct location of channel, as per contract Train to provide hydrographic surveys required for project monitoring and payment quantities Assist in maintaining accurate documentation of survey activities Develop understanding of survey activities Provide daily support of dredge procurement requirements Assist in the generation of daily reports and assembly and maintenance of proper job records Provide support in the maintenance of vehicle and equipment assigned to project QC Manager The QC Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality control aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with environmental requirements, contract specifications, dredge operations compliance, submittal management, and overall coordination and planning. The QC Manager would need a broad view of the project to manage and strategize effectively.

Reporting :

Geological Classification of Soil Types, Environmental Requirements, Effective Narrative Composition, DPR Contract/Specifications :

Understanding all contract types, dredging templates, pay items/reaches, identifying submittal items, personnel requirements, and other contract requirements

Dredge Operations :

Overseeing safety, environmental compliance, upland placement/weir boxes, beach fill, marsh creation, open water placement, pipeline types, discharge methods/attachments

Submittals :

Identifying per contract requirements, managing (including spear-pointing those prepared by others), reviewing, RMS (Creating Register, Submitting Transmittals)

CQM/Three-Phase System :

Overseeing the phases (Preparatory, Initial, Follow-up), preparing agendas/conducting meetings, certification

Coordination :

Supervisor/Project Manager (with Surveys, Production, Submittals, Schedule, Contract Requirements, Needs), Captain (with Daily Operations, Surveys/Cross Sections, Run Time & Non-Effective Time, Placement Areas/Locations/Requirements, Upcoming Work)

Planning :

Identifying Required Survey Reaches, Forecasting Based on

Production/Experience Conduct/Professionalism :

Overseeing attendance, timeliness, quality of work, safety performance, cooperation with supervisor/co-workers, work ethic, correspondence, software literacy Level I (Entry Level):

Compliance Rate:

Percentage of projects meeting environmental requirements and contract specifications.

Submittal Accuracy:

Accuracy and completeness of submittals as per contract requirements.

Coordination Effectiveness:

Ability to coordinate with project managers, supervisors, and other stakeholders.

Safety Incidents:

Adherence to safety protocols and reduction of safety incidents.

Timeliness of Meetings:

Organization and punctuality in preparing and conducting meetings. Level II (Proven Competency):

Quality Control Improvement Initiatives:

Implementation of process improvements leading to enhanced quality control.

Project Efficiency:

Streamlining processes to improve project efficiency while maintaining quality standards.

Leadership and Team Management:

Effective leadership of QC teams, including mentorship and conflict resolution.

Strategic Planning:

Contribution to strategic planning based on project experience and knowledge.

Client Satisfaction:

Feedback from clients regarding communication, responsiveness, and problem-solving. Level III (Exceptional Performance):

Cross-Department Collaboration:

Collaboration with other departments to optimize project performance.

Team Development:

Contribution to the professional development and growth of QC team members.

Problem-solving:

Ability to identify and solve complex project-related issues effectively.

Continued Professional Development:

Pursuit of advanced certifications and training to stay ahead in the field.

Management Skills:

Advanced effective communication with stakeholders to ensure project success. Qualifications Proficient skills in standard office software packages Ability to be trained to utilize current surveying equipment and techniques Willingness and ability to travel required Ability to work 84-hour work week. 14 days on, 7 days off, revised as necessary Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation Required Certifications or Licenses Driver's license with clean driving record Physical Requirements Must successfully complete pass a post-offer physical Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend, sit or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies, and parts, up to 50 lbs. unassisted This Job Description does not cover all the required duties, activities, functions, and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Mike Hooks LLC with or without notice.

Pay:

From $81,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person