Field Quality Control Specialist - Federal Projects

CDM Smith; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a quality assurance professional to lead field and office QA/QC activities on federal construction programs. You will develop and maintain the QASP, review submittals, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with FAR, CQM, and contract requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant experience, willingness to travel, and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, relevant field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of directly related experience.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a federal background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the project QA/QC plan per FAR, CQM, and contract specs.
• Perform daily quality inspections and document progress against standards.
• Lead contractor QC meetings with stakeholders and subs.
• Review submittals, shop drawings and materials for conformance.
• Coordinate with field supervisors and government representatives to address non-conformances.
• Maintain detailed quality records and NCRs, corrective actions, test results.
• Collaborate with safety and controls to meet quality, safety, and schedule goals.
• Ensure testing/inspection tasks are done by qualified labs and personnel.
• Participate in meetings and audits to verify completion and acceptance criteria.
• Identify quality trends and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

QA/QC Management

Construction Quality

Regulatory Compliance

Field Coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a quality assurance professional to lead field and office QA/QC activities on federal construction programs. You will develop and maintain the QASP, review submittals, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with FAR, CQM, and contract requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant experience, willingness to travel, and U.S. citizenship.