Field Quality Assurance Lead for Federal Construction

CDM Smith; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Florida seeks a Quality Assurance/Quality Control lead for federal construction projects. You will develop, implement, and maintain the QASP in line with FAR/CQM requirements, oversee QC meetings, and review submittals to ensure conformance with design specs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, ability to pass a federal background check, and strong reading of quality plans.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to pass a federal background check.
• Ability to work in the field which can include long periods of standing, walking or sitting.
• Proficient in reading/interpreting quality plans.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, codes, and standards.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and team. Strongorganizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Excellentattention to detail.
• Familiar and comfortable to work on computers/tablets/phones.
• Strong writingand oral communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project-specific Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) in compliance with FAR, CQM requirements, and contract specifications.
• Perform daily quality inspections and document work progress to ensure materials, workmanship, and methods meet required standards.
• Oversee construction contractor’s Quality Control meetings with project stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, and materials to verify conformance with design specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, project managers, and government representatives to address non-conformances, corrective actions, and quality-related issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate and detailed quality documentation, including inspection reports, test results, NCRs, and corrective action logs.
• Collaborate with safety and project controls teams to ensure integrated compliance with quality, safety, and schedule requirements.
• Verify that all testing and inspection activities are performed by qualified personnel and approved laboratories.
• Participate in project meetings, audits, and final inspections to verify completion and acceptance criteria are met.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying quality trends, recurring issues, and process enhancements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

U.S. citizen

Background check

Quality plans

Regulations & codes

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

CDM Smith in Florida seeks a Quality Assurance/Quality Control lead for federal construction projects. You will develop, implement, and maintain the QASP in line with FAR/CQM requirements, oversee QC meetings, and review submittals to ensure conformance with design specs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, ability to pass a federal background check, and strong reading of quality plans.