Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System Manager

HukariAscendent Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HukariAscendent Inc. seeks a Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System Manager in Amarillo, TX to develop, implement, and enforce a disciplined quality control program for construction activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, USACE CQM, and NQA-1 standards.

You will partner with PM, Construction Ops, subcontractors, and inspectors to establish a proactive quality culture, lead the three-phase inspection process, and maintain audit-ready QC documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and CQM certification are required.
• NQA-1 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the Contractor Quality Control Plan per contract requirements, USACE standards, and NNSA NQA-1 DOE QA requirements.
• Conduct three-phase inspection process (preparatory, initial, follow-up) for all definable features of work.
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, material certifications, mix designs, and test reports for compliance with project specs.
• Coordinate testing and inspection activities including concrete, soils, welding, coatings, and other inspections.
• Manage the non-conformance and corrective action process, tracking deficiencies from ID to resolution.
• Maintain comprehensive QC documentation including daily QC reports, inspection records, test results, and as-built markups.
• Coordinate with DOE QA representatives and third-party inspectors during audits, surveillances, and assessments.
• Work a minimum of 50 hours per week; must be on-site during all active construction operations requiring QC oversight.
• Travel approximately 40% of the time; overnight travel as needed.
• Department: Quality Assurance / Construction Operations; Reports to: Project Manager; Supervises 2–5 QC inspectors and testing technicians.

Skills

NQA-1 experience

Quality control leadership

Audit coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certification

Job description

Job Title: Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System Manager

Location: Amarillo, TX

Short Summary about Job:

The Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing a disciplined quality control program that ensures all construction activities meet contractual requirements, regulatory standards, and quality expectations. This role serves as the on-site authority for quality, driving compliance with USACE CQM requirements and DOE/NNSA NQA-1 standards while ensuring work is executed.

The CQC System Manager partners closely with Project Management, Construction Operations, subcontractors, and third-party inspectors to establish a proactive quality culture that identifies risks early, prevents rework, and maintains schedule and cost integrity. This role leads the three-phase inspection process, oversees testing and inspection activities, and ensures all quality documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree (Master’s) in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
• USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NQA-1 quality assurance programs on DOE nuclear facilities
• Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) through ASQ

What You’ll Do

• Develop, implement, and manage the Contractor Quality Control Plan in accordance with contract requirements, USACE standards, and NNSA NQA-1 DOE quality assurance requirements
• Conduct and document the three-phase inspection process (preparatory, initial, and follow-up) for all definable features of work
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, material certifications, mix designs, and test reports for compliance with project specifications
• Coordinate testing and inspection activities including concrete, soils, welding, coatings, and other specialized inspections
• Manage the non-conformance and corrective action process, track deficiencies from identification through resolution
• Maintain comprehensive QC documentation including daily QC reports, inspection records, test results, and as-built markups
• Coordinate with DOE quality assurance representatives and third-party inspectors during audits, surveillances, and assessments
• Work a minimum of 50 hours per week; must be on-site during all active construction operations requiring quality oversight
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Department: Quality Assurance / Construction Operations
• Reports to: Project Manager
• Supervisory responsibilities: Supervises 2–5 QC inspectors and testing technicians
• Travel: Yes, approximately 40% of the time
• Overnight travel: Yes, occasionally for training, audits, or corporate quality meetings