CSA QAQC Manager (General Contractor Rep) - Sterling, VA

KALCON; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

National holidays

Licenses reimbursement

Job summary

KALCON is seeking a CSA QAQC Manager to lead the quality program across Civil, Structural, and Architectural scopes on hyperscale data center projects in the United States. The role ensures compliance with contract documents, codes, and owner requirements through rigorous inspections, submittal reviews, and quality documentation.

You will manage ITPs, coordinate with subcontractors, review test reports, and drive continuous improvement to achieve turnover-ready quality records while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent construction experience.
• 7–10+ years QA/QC or construction management experience.
• Experience on hyperscale data center or large commercial projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, concrete, reinforcing steel, building envelope, and finishes.
• Experience with inspection and testing programs and related software.

Responsibilities

• Lead CSA QA/QC program implementation and administration.
• Ensure civil, structural, and architectural work complies with documents and requirements.
• Establish and enforce quality standards and inspection procedures.
• Perform field inspections and quality audits for workmanship and materials.
• Coordinate inspections, review subcontractor QC programs, and manage ITPs.
• Oversee site civil, concrete, structural steel, roofing, and envelope QC activities.
• Review reports, tests, and certifications for compliance.
• Maintain quality logs and turnover records in project systems.
• Lead quality meetings and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

QA/QC leadership

Field inspection

Subcontractor management

Communication

Team leadership

Reading drawings

Plan and coordinate inspections

Education

Construction-related degree

Tools

Procore

ACC

BIM 360

Bluebeam

Job description

The CSA QAQC Manager serves as the General Contractor’s lead quality representative responsible for planning, implementing, and managing the Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) program for all Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) scopes on hyperscale data center construction projects. This position is responsible for ensuring that all site civil, concrete, structural steel, architectural, building envelope, and finish work is executed in accordance with contract documents, project specifications, approved submittals, applicable codes, industry standards, and owner requirements. The CSA QAQC Manager leads inspections, manages subcontractor quality compliance, oversees deficiency resolution, and maintains all quality records from project inception through turnover.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent construction experience.
• 7-10+ years of QA/QC, construction management, field engineering, or superintendent experience.
• Experience on hyperscale data center, mission-critical, industrial, semiconductor, or large commercial construction projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of: Earthwork and grading, Underground utilities, Concrete construction, Reinforcing steel, Structural steel, Roofing systems, Building envelope systems, and Architectural finishes
• Experience with inspection and testing programs.
• Experience utilizing Procore, ACC, BIM 360, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software.
• Ability to review drawings, specifications, shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, and test reports.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation and administration of the project-specific CSA Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Program.
• Ensure all Civil, Structural, and Architectural work is performed in accordance with contract documents, project specifications, approved submittals, applicable codes, and owner requirements.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce quality standards and inspection procedures throughout all phases of construction.
• Perform routine field inspections and quality audits to verify workmanship, material compliance, and installation accuracy.
• Coordinate and participate in preparatory, initial phase, benchmark, First-of-Kind (FOK), and follow-up inspections.
• Review and monitor subcontractor quality control programs and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and ensure all required inspections are completed prior to work progression.
• Oversee quality control activities for site civil construction including earthwork, grading, underground utilities, storm drainage systems, paving, and site improvements.
• Verify compaction testing, utility testing, material certifications, and civil inspection reports meet project requirements.
• Manage quality control activities for concrete construction including foundations, slabs-on-grade, elevated slabs, equipment pads, and structural concrete elements.
• Coordinate and review reinforcing steel inspections, anchor bolt inspections, concrete placement inspections, and concrete testing reports.
• Oversee structural steel quality activities including fabrication reviews, erection inspections, bolting inspections, welding inspections, and corrective actions.
• Review special inspection reports and ensure timely resolution of identified deficiencies. Oversee quality control activities for building envelope systems including roofing, wall assemblies, waterproofing, exterior cladding, curtainwall systems, doors, and glazing.
• Conduct inspections of architectural systems including framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, painting, finishes, and associated architectural components.
• Coordinate mock-up reviews and benchmark inspections to establish quality expectations and workmanship standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, material certifications, and test reports to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Track and manage quality observations, deficiencies, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and corrective action items.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to develop, implement, and verify corrective actions for identified quality issues.
• Conduct punch list inspections and manage punch list items through final closure.
• Verify field correction of deficiencies and quality-related observations prior to acceptance.
• Maintain quality logs, inspection records, testing documentation, and turnover records in project management platforms such as Procore, ACC, or similar systems.
• Coordinate third-party testing agencies and special inspectors to ensure required inspections and testing activities are properly scheduled and documented.
• Monitor material receiving inspections and verify materials are stored, protected, and installed in accordance with manufacturer requirements.
• Ensure completed work is properly protected to prevent damage, contamination, or deterioration prior to turnover.
• Participate in Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC), subcontractor, coordination, and quality meetings to communicate quality status, risks, and required actions.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, superintendents, field engineers, design teams, and owner representatives to resolve quality-related issues.
• Prepare weekly and monthly quality reports identifying trends, open issues, corrective actions, and key quality metrics.
• Identify recurring quality concerns and implement continuous improvement measures to prevent reoccurrence.
• Support project closeout activities by ensuring all required inspections, test reports, certifications, and quality documentation are complete and organized for turnover.
• Promote a culture of quality excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement across the project team.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
• 15 days of paid time off
• 8 paid National Holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

Submission Requirements:

At a minimum, the candidate’s professional resume must include the following:

• List of all Educational Achievements
• List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates
• List of Awards Received
• Detailed Employment History with each company including:
  • Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency
  • Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)
  • Positions Held

At KALCON we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicant and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all.

Salary Range

$150,000—$185,000 USD