On-Site Senior QA Leader for Infrastructure & Gov Projects

AECO; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM has an immediate opportunity for a highly experienced on-site Sr. Quality Assurance Manager supporting Joint Base Andrews, MD. This role provides staff support on governmental projects during design and construction, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

The position requires leading a QA/QC program, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining thorough documentation of inspections, tests, and field observations to drive quality and schedule success.

Qualifications

• BSc/BA in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 10+ years of experience or equivalent
• Experience in QA/QC for large-scale infrastructure projects
• Construction Quality Management (CQM) certification by USACE/NAVFAC
• Experience leading quality compliance during construction and closeout
• US Citizenship required for this role

Responsibilities

• Manage team of Quality Inspectors or provide inspection in absence
• Oversee construction to ensure compliance with contract requirements and standards
• Attend site Stakeholder meetings and contractor project meetings
• Maintain records of field observations, tests, and deficiencies
• Monitor contractor quality program for conformance throughout construction
• Notify client of test failures and plan corrective actions
• Perform punch list oversight and participate in zero-defect walkthroughs
• Support monthly progress reports and test result summaries

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quality Management, or Construction Management

Job description

AECOM has an immediate opportunity for a highly experienced on-site Sr. Quality Assurance Manager supporting Joint Base Andrews, MD. This role provides staff support on governmental projects during design and construction, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

The position requires leading a QA/QC program, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining thorough documentation of inspections, tests, and field observations to drive quality and schedule success.