QA/QC Manager

Clune Construction Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock ownership plan

401k with company match

Employee assistance program

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Clune Construction Company seeks a QA/QC Manager to develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive quality systems across multiple construction projects, including mission critical environments. The role ensures compliance with client, design, and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of quality and safety.

Lead the QA/QC team, write project-specific quality plans, drive corrective actions, and collaborate with design and field teams during preconstruction to address constructability

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with responsibility for large commercial construction projects.
• Experience collaborating with a construction project manager or superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write project-specific quality control plans, procedures, and audit checklists tailored to construction duties.
• Develop and manage the implementation and maintenance of project quality plans.
• Identify and implement corrective actions for quality control deficiencies.
• Collaborate with design and field teams to address constructability concerns during preconstruction phases.
• Promote a performance-based culture to meet and exceed team goals while fostering a positive team environment.
• Train and provide guidance to project teams on QA/QC concepts and processes.

Skills

QA/QC expertise

Construction knowledge

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering or Construction Science

Tools

QA/QC software

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

The Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Manager’s role is to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive quality assurance and quality control systems for construction projects. This role ensures that all construction activities meet client, design, and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of quality across the organization. The position is heavily involved in Mission Critical environments and also helps with Health Care and TI projects. The QA/QC Manager will often be involved with several projects simultaneously to monitor progress and quality, assist during critical evolutions and aid in problem solving of emergent issues. This individual will be, in many cases, representing Clune both in project related activities as well as business development settings.

What We Offer

At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:

• 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Core Values and Behaviors

Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write project-specific quality control plans, procedures, and audit checklists tailored to construction duties.
• Develop and manage the implementation and maintenance of project quality plans.
• Identify and implement corrective actions for quality control deficiencies.
• Collaborate with design and field teams to address constructability concerns during preconstruction phases.
• Promote a performance-based culture to meet and exceed team goals while fostering a positive team environment.
• Train and provide guidance to project teams on QA/QC concepts and processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The QA/QC Manager mentors, provides guidance, and supervises the QA/QC Team including completion of performance reviews and disciplinary action if applicable.

Requirements

• Advanced Experience and knowledge of the installation of QA/QC systems, processes and procedures.
• Proven experience in quality assurance/quality control within the construction industry.
• Ability to use independent judgment, self‐starting and ability to prioritize based on relevant factors.
• In-depth understanding of contract specifications, construction methods, and quality standards.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with QA/QC tools and software is an asset.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive mindset.
• Collaborative and capable of driving engagement across diverse teams.
• Must possess the utmost of personal integrity and have the ability to create and lead an organization’s culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, in order to maintain the superior reputation of the firm

Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum 8 years of experience with responsibility of large commercial construction projects preferred
• Experience as or working in collaboration with a construction project manager or superintendent preferred

Salary Range

$140,000- $157,000

The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process.

All candidates must provide a resume.