Construction Management Quality Assurance (CMQA) Representative

ZipRecruiter; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking a Construction Management Quality Assurance Representative to oversee federal construction projects across the United States. This role involves conducting inspections, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and entails approximately 50% travel. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in construction quality assurance, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and appropriate certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction quality assurance or safety oversight.
• Proven ability to assess contractor performance against contract requirements.
• Experience in delivering surveillance reports and inspecting construction work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nationwide oversight and inspection of federal construction projects.
• Ensure contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
• Perform on-site inspections and provide surveillance reports.

Skills

Construction quality assurance

Safety oversight

Contractor performance assessment

Surveillance reports

Safety standards (OSHA, USACE)

Submittals and RFIs review

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

USACE QCM Course Certification

USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety Certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

The Construction Management Quality Assurance (CMQA) Representative provides nationwide oversight and inspection services for federal Deferred Maintenance and Repair (DMR) and recapitalization projects. This role ensures contractor compliance with plans, specifications, safety requirements, and industry standards. The CMQA Representative conducts on-site inspections, reviews documentation, provides surveillance reports, and immediately alerts project stakeholders to any issues impacting project quality, safety, or schedule. Approximately 50% travel is required to perform site inspections at projects across the country.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience performing construction quality assurance, safety oversight, or related functions.
• Proven ability to assess contractor performance against contract requirements, plans, and specifications.
• Experience delivering surveillance reports covering workmanship, materials, and installation methods.
• Familiarity with safety standards including OSHA and the USACE Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1).
• Skilled in reviewing submittals, RFIs, quality control plans, test reports, and as-built documentation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills for working with CORs, Facility Managers, and contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project).

Experience & Skills

• Prior Federal construction oversight experience.
• Familiarity with deferred maintenance and repair (DMR) programs.
• Experience conducting constructability and design reviews.
• Knowledge of contract administration processes, including change orders and claims review.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• USACE QCM Course Certification.
• USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety Certification.

Education

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license.
• Certified Construction Manager (CMAA) credential.