QAQC Manager

ORION; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ORION is seeking an experienced QA/QC Construction Manager to oversee and enforce the project quality control program while managing field construction activities to ensure work aligns with specifications, standards, and codes.

The role requires leadership, coordination with project teams, subcontractors, and clients, and the ability to travel between Houston region job sites. Strong knowledge of QA/QC processes and concrete construction is essential.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of experience in concrete construction with progressive leadership responsibility, including QA/QC oversight.
• Strong knowledge of concrete construction practices, including structural and commercial work.
• Comprehensive understanding of QA/QC programs, inspection processes, and industry standards (ACI, ASTM, ICC, etc.).
• ACE/NAVFAC certification and project experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily field operations with a focus on quality control to ensure compliance with project specs, drawings, and codes.
• Implements and enforces the QA/QC Plan; ensures inspection and testing requirements are executed.
• Supervises QA/QC Inspectors and field personnel to ensure consistent application of quality standards.
• Coordinates with project management, subcontractors, and suppliers to meet quality requirements.
• Reviews and verifies inspection reports, test results, and quality documentation for accuracy.
• Monitors concrete construction activities including formwork, reinforcing steel, embeds, placement, finishing, and curing.
• Coordinates field testing activities (slump, air content, temperature, strength, density).
• Identifies and manages deficiencies and non-conformance with timely corrective actions.
• Leads QA/QC meetings, updates deficiency logs and punch lists, and reports on quality performance.
• Assists pre-construction meetings and collaborates with clients on quality expectations.

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing and enforcing the project quality control program while managing field construction activities to ensure all work is performed in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and applicable codes. The QA/QC Construction Manager provides leadership, coordination, and supervision of quality-related construction operations to ensure successful project execution.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing and enforcing the project quality control program while managing field construction activities to ensure all work is performed in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and applicable codes. The QA/QC Construction Manager provides leadership, coordination, and supervision of quality-related construction operations to ensure successful project execution.

The incumbent works closely with project management, QA/QC personnel, subcontractors, and clients to ensure quality expectations are clearly defined, implemented, and maintained throughout all phases of construction.

The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work varying shifts and long hours (8-12 hours). Weekend work and additional hours may be required based on production needs and at the discretion of management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversees daily field operations with a strong focus on quality control, ensuring all construction activities comply with project specifications, drawings, and applicable codes.
• Implements and enforces the approved QA/QC Plan and ensures all inspection and testing requirements are properly executed.
• Supervises QA/QC Inspectors and field personnel to ensure consistent application of quality standards across all work activities.
• Coordinates with project management, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure quality requirements are clearly understood and achieved.
• Reviews and verifies inspection reports, test results, and quality documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitors concrete construction activities including formwork, reinforcing steel, embeds, placement, finishing, and curing.
• Ensures proper coordination of field testing activities such as slump, air content, temperature, and strength, and density testing.
• Identifies, documents, and manages deficiencies and non-conformance issues, ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Leads QA/QC meetings, reviews deficiency logs and punch lists, and provides updates on quality performance.
• Works proactively to identify opportunities to improve quality, reduce rework, and enhance overall project execution.
• Supports pre-construction meetings and collaborates with clients and stakeholders regarding quality expectations and requirements.
• Provides training and guidance to field staff on QA/QC procedures and best practices as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested by management.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in concrete/civel construction with progressive leadership responsibility, including QA/QC oversight.
• Strong knowledge of concrete construction practices, including structural and commercial work.
• Comprehensive understanding of QA/QC programs, inspection processes, and industry standards (ACI, ASTM, ICC etc.).
• Current ACE/NAVFAC certification and project experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Proven leadership ability with experience supervising field personnel and QA/QC staff.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with project teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ability to identify quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• ACI Certification or other relevant inspection certifications preferred.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to travel between job sites within the Houston region as required

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Physical/Mental Requirements

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate. The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.