QA/QC Manager

Southland Industries; Brandywine (MD); On-site; USD 118,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance (

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation and personal/§

Training and professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a QA/QC leader to oversee the quality control plans and ensure contractual compliance on a project site. You will manage all QA/QC activities, develop standards, review specifications, and drive corrective actions.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills to support a 100% employee-owned culture. You will coordinate field observations, prepare management reports, and mentor staff while maintaining meticulous records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience in Engineering/Construction Management
• 7+ years of relevant experience including 3 years in lead roles
• Strong understanding of lean construction/manufacturing principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects
• Advanced customer service skills
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Bluebeam)

Responsibilities

• Oversee QA/QC standards and ensure compliance with project requirements
• Review project specifications for code compliance and constructability
• Conduct field observations of MEP systems for compliance
• Prepare periodic QA/QC reports for management
• Identify and direct corrective actions for deficiencies
• Maintain records and correspondence related to QA/QC work
• Organize QA/QC prep/planning meetings before field work
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members
• Coordinate activities of a section or department including costs and staffing

Skills

Quality management

Lean principles

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Leadership/Coaching

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Bluebeam

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for overseeing the overall implementation of quality control plans, ensuring the quality of the work meets the project’s contractual requirements. Manages and coordinates all quality activities at the project site.

Position Details

• Develops, maintains and communicates QA/QC standards for the project.


• Reviews project specifications for code compliance and constructability within industry standards.


• Conducts and manages field observations of MEP systems to determine compliance with approved plans, specifications, and other contract documents.


• Prepares for periodic quality control reports for the management team.


• Recognizes and actively engages in the development of solutions to correct deficiencies in the project. Identifies and directs corrective actions as appropriate.


• Maintains records, prepares reports, and correspondence, relative to QA/QC work.


• Organizes and runs QC/QA preparatory and planning meetings prior to work taking place in field.


• Provides coaching and performance feedback to direct reports as needed.


• Typically manages, perhaps through subordinate supervisors, the coordination of the activities of a section or department with responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent education, training and/or experience


• 7+ years of relevant experience, including 3 years of lead experience


• Strong understanding of lean construction/manufacturing principles


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Strong analytical and project management skills


• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects


• Advanced customer service skills


• Strong negotiation and presentation skills


• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Bluebeam)

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)


• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability


• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance


• Disability income protection insurance


• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)


• Paid parental leave


• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time


• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses


• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities (https://southlandind.foleon.com/experienced-professionals/brochure/), follow us on social media (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132/?trk=tyah), and check out our website (https://southlandind.com/).

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job responsibilities and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Maryland this ranges from $117,594.00 - $161,692.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

It's Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).