Federal QC Specialist - Construction Field Ops

CDM Smith; Smyrna (DE); On-site; EUR 68,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to lead QA/QC activities on federal construction programs. You will develop and maintain QA plans, perform inspections, review submittals and coordinate with field teams and government representatives to ensure compliance. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 5 years of experience, U.S.

citizenship, and willingness to travel. You will contribute to continuous improvement, maintain thorough documentation, and participate in project audits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• US citizenship and ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the QA Surveillance Plan (QASP) in compliance with FAR, CQM requirements, and contract specs.
• Perform daily quality inspections and document work progress to ensure materials, workmanship, and methods meet standards.
• Oversee Quality Control meetings with project stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, and materials for conformance with design specs.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, project managers, and government representatives to address non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate quality documentation including inspection reports, test results, NCRs, and logs.
• Collaborate with safety and project controls teams to ensure integrated compliance with quality, safety, and schedule.
• Verify testing and inspection activities are performed by qualified personnel and approved labs.
• Participate in project meetings, audits, and final inspections to verify completion and acceptance criteria.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying quality trends and process enhancements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Inspections

Submittals review

Coordination

Documentation

Safety collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to lead QA/QC activities on federal construction programs. You will develop and maintain QA plans, perform inspections, review submittals and coordinate with field teams and government representatives to ensure compliance. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 5 years of experience, U.S.

citizenship, and willingness to travel. You will contribute to continuous improvement, maintain thorough documentation, and participate in project audits