Quality Assurance Manager - Virginia - USA

Diversified; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

401k with company match

Paid time off

Maternity leave

FSA/FSAs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Diversified is seeking a Senior Manager - Quality Assurance for ESS Project Services based in Sterling, VA. You will mentor teams, enforce quality standards, and align ESS services with client needs across projects.

You will lead root-cause analysis, drive cross-functional improvements, and manage on-site performance while fostering collaboration and career growth within the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years' experience in commercial construction trades and settings.
• 3+ years' experience with Electronic Security Systems (ESS).
• Proficient in MS tools such as Excel and Word.
• Demonstrated leadership to set the tone on job sites.

Responsibilities

• Training - Termination, mechanical, client interface and other aspects of Diversified installation standards.
• First point of escalation for Field Issues.
• Verification and enforcement for onsite performance and productivity standards.
• Conduct QAQC reports monthly and assign tasks to team members.
• Provide onsite support for integration issues.
• Adheres to Standards and Governance in development and deployment for Installation processes.
• Assist in developing growth plans for process and delivery staff.
• Helps develop and ensures compliance in Quality Assurance program.
• Responsible for site activities related to Safety, Quality Control, and ISO fulfillment.
• Provide training for scissor lift/boom lift/fall protection.
• Final verification of preparedness for site activities.
• Site surveys for projects and sales support.
• Site verification for commissioning readiness.
• Collaborates with relevant team reps to streamline activities.
• Onsite point for customer escalation and face of Diversified during implementation.
• Oversee subcontractors at any given time.
• Review and inspect reporting standards for compliance.
• Mentorship and team building.
• Instruct/advise on Diversified Academy activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership skills

MS Excel

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audiovisual and media technology. We design and build innovative spaces and experiences for clients across industries such as corporate, entertainment, sports, retail, and government. Our team partners with organizations around the world to create environments that connect people through technology.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, you'll work on exciting and complex projects with opportunities to grow your career. We offer a collaborative and flexible work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. If you're ready to grow, create, and make an impact, Diversified is the place to do it.

Job Summary

The Manager - Quality Assurance is a dynamic role focused on fostering collaboration and support within the team. In addition to ensuring operational quality, velocity, and efficiency, the role emphasizes team building and mentorship to maximize the potential of every team member. As the Senior Manager - Quality Assurance over ESS Project Services, you will collaborate closely with the extended project team members aligning ESS Project Services with client and business unit needs. You will serve as a mentor, providing guidance, support, and feedback to empower team members in their skill development and career advancement. Team building activities and effective communication will create an environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute their best. By enforcing standards and processes, prioritizing root cause analysis and cross functional process improvement, you will drive project success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Training - Termination, mechanical, client interface and other aspects of Diversified installation standards.
• First point of escalation for Field Issues.
• Verification and enforcement for onsite performance and productivity standards, providing feedback for reviews and training plans.
• Conduct QAQC reports for projects on a monthly basis, and subsequently discuss the report in follow up project meetings to assign tasks to team members on outstanding deliverables.
• Provide onsite support for integration issues.
• Adheres to Standards and Governance in development and deployment for Installation processes.
• Assist in developing growth plans for both process and delivery staff to help ensure long‑term success.
• Helps develop and ensures compliance in Quality Assurance program.
• Responsible for site activities related to Safety, Quality Control, and ISO fulfillment.
• Provide scissor lift/boom lift/fall protection training to the appropriate staff that need them.
• Final verification of preparedness for site activities.
• Site Surveys for projects and sales support.
• Site verification for commissioning readiness.
• Collaborates with relevant team representatives to focus effort and further streamline activities throughout the project life cycle.
• Onsite point for customer escalation and the face of Diversified during the implementation phase.
• Oversight of employee's subcontractors at any given time.
• Review, analyze, and make key decisions that positively impact the project within budgetary constraints.
• Review, produce, and inspect reporting standards for compliance and consistency.
• Mentorship and team building.
• Instruct/advise on Diversified Academy activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Certifications

High school diploma or GED

Competencies, Skills and Experiences

• 3+ years' experience in commercial construction trades and settings
• 3+ years' experience with Electronic Security Systems (ESS)
• Proficient in MS tools such as excel, word, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to set the tone at job sites.
• Proficient planning abilities for pre‑installation preparations and materials coordination.
• Efficient labor management and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication skills for 360‑degree stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in documentation management and scope adherence.
• Prioritization of safety and quality in project execution.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings.
• Travel up to 25% of the time is required
• Must possess a valid driver's license in their state of residence.
• Climb and work off ladders, elevated platforms lift 30lbs

What We Offer:

We believe great people deserve great benefits. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work‑life balance:

• Multiple medical plan options to fit you and your family's needs
  • HSA & HRA company contributions
• Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans
  Company-paid benefits
  • Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off - 3 weeks PTO plus company holidays and floating holidays
• 401k with company match
• Paid maternity leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• A wide range of voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage, and Legal Services
• Commuter benefits
• And much more