Michael Foley
Saddlebrooke
Summary
Professional with high standards and results-driven approach, equipped for a Services Team Lead role. Extensive experience in managing teams to deliver exceptional service and operational efficiency. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in conflict resolution and strategic planning.
Knowledgeable manager/director with a solid background in a variety of construction project areas. Demonstrated the ability to enhance team performance and streamline processes, achieving notable improvements. Proven skills in team collaboration and problem-solving.
Worked for over 35 years in SW Missouri developing relationships through quality performance in customer support supervisory roles. Skilled in mentoring team members through accountability, exceptional service and building team morale through effective communication and positive performance feedback. Accustomed to defusing customer dissatisfaction and managing competing priorities with superior results.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Quality Control
Farmers Companies - CAPITAL Materials & Construction
02.2023 - 11.2025
- Led the Quality Control Team of over 25 employees working on MoDOT and large commercial construction projects.
- Developed and implemented new quality control protocols to streamline inspection processes.
- Mentored the quality control team, fostering skill development, and improving performance outcomes of the PWL bonus on MoDOT paving projects.
- Established key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of quality control and ways to improve future results.
- Developed high-quality asphalt mix designs using good local aggregates and improved costs per ton, allowing the teams to win additional projects.
- Worked with the construction project managers on design-build projects to reduce costs of materials.
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols and streamlining inspection processes.
- Fostered an environment that prioritized safety and adherence to industry best practices, resulting in a significant decrease in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Managed a diverse team of quality control professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support as needed.
- Provided testing services for numerous asphalt paving projects (over 1 million tons placed from eight plants in 2025), airport overlays, solar farm site development, and over 20 bridge projects.
Quality Control Manager - Multiple Offices
Palmerton & Parrish, Inc.
05.1998 - 02.2023
- Managed a staff of over 25 technicians, providing testing and special inspection services in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities from our four branch offices.
- Developed testing and quality control processes to enhance our company's growth from 20 to over 60 employees.
- Served on the committees and boards of several local construction industry organizations.
- Performed both marketing and estimating services for PPI across the four-state area.
- Worked with local municipalities during the planning and pre-construction phases of numerous projects.
- Mentored newly hired engineers and quality control technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Collaborated with our civil, geotechnical, and environmental teams to identify potential areas of improvement, leading to broadening our scope of projects and clientele.
Quality Control Manager - Joplin Office
Palmerton & Parrish, Inc.
12.1990 - 05.1998
- Managed a staff of 5 to 8 materials testing technicians working in SW Missouri, SE Kansas, and NE Oklahoma.
- Provided testing and special inspection services for projects within a 75-mile radius of Joplin, MO.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to become an AASHTO-accredited laboratory.
- Attained DOT certifications in Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas for materials testing of soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete.
- Provided geotechnical and materials testing services for DOT projects, airports, hospitals, schools, railroad projects, water and wastewater plants, correctional facilities, and casinos.
Area Construction Services Manager
Professional Service Industries Inc.
07.1990 - 11.1990
- Managed construction project schedules to ensure the timely completion of field/laboratory services.
- Coordinated geotechnical services for local engineers and architects.
- Conducted on-site inspections and testing services to verify that project inspections were met, and to maintain quality standards.
- Assisted in budget management by tracking the expenses of the local office of eight employees.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering repeat business and client satisfaction.
Construction Services Manager - Intern
Professional Service Industries Inc.
09.1988 - 07.1989
- Managed the daily project schedule for testing projects.
- Performed both field and laboratory testing on soil, concrete, aggregates, and asphalt.
- Assisted with drilling on geotechnical projects, and performed lab testing of project samples.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO05-1989
Skills
- Staff Development
- Customer Relations
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Customer service and Marketing
- Problem-solving
- Strong Team leadership and collaboration
- Relationship building
Timeline
Director of Quality Control
Farmers Companies - CAPITAL Materials & Construction
02.2023 - 11.2025
Quality Control Manager - Multiple Offices
Palmerton & Parrish, Inc.
05.1998 - 02.2023
Quality Control Manager - Joplin Office
Palmerton & Parrish, Inc.
12.1990 - 05.1998
Area Construction Services Manager
Professional Service Industries Inc.
07.1990 - 11.1990
Construction Services Manager - Intern
Professional Service Industries Inc.
09.1988 - 07.1989
Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering
Missouri Western State University