Quality Construction Manager

AmeriTech Contracting LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan

Opportunities for professional develop

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ameritech Contracting is seeking an experienced Quality Construction Manager to support a major federal construction project in the Chicago area. The role focuses on implementing and managing the CQC program, coordinating with government representatives, management, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction, CQM-C certification, OSHA 30, EM 385-1-1, and strong leadership. Procore and MS Office experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commercial, institutional, or federal construction experience.
• At least 5 years serving as a Quality Control Manager on large, complex projects.
• Thorough understanding of federal construction quality management requirements.
• Experience managing construction quality documentation and inspection programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Current USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM-C) for Contractors Certification.
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or other Federal Agencies.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
• EM 385-1-1 knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the project Quality Control Plan.
• Conduct Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections per Three-Phase controls.
• Ensure activities comply with contract documents, specs, drawings, and codes.
• Coordinate inspections with Government Quality Assurance Representatives.
• Maintain quality documentation including daily reports, submittals, inspection reports, testing documentation, and deficiency tracking.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and change documentation for quality impacts.
• Lead quality meetings with project staff and subcontractors.
• Verify corrective actions are completed promptly and effectively.
• Support project scheduling by coordinating inspections and testing.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Drawings & specs interpretation

Quality control management

Safety culture

USACE/NAVFAC contract familiarity

USACE CQM-C certification

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Engineering background

Architecture background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction management software (Procore)

Procore experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Quality Construction Manager (QCM) to join our growing team for an immediate assignment supporting a major federal construction project in the Chicago, Illinois area. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated construction professional who takes pride in delivering projects safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will serve as the Quality Control Manager responsible for implementing and managing the project’s Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Program while working closely with project management, field supervision, subcontractors, and government representatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the project Quality Control Plan.
• Conduct Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections in accordance with USACE/NAVFAC Three-Phase Control procedures.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with contract documents, specifications, drawings, and applicable codes.
• Coordinate inspections with Government Quality Assurance Representatives.
• Maintain quality documentation including daily reports, submittal logs, inspection reports, testing documentation, and deficiency tracking.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and change documentation for quality impacts.
• Lead quality meetings with project staff and subcontractors.
• Verify corrective actions are completed promptly and effectively.
• Support project scheduling by ensuring inspections and testing activities are properly coordinated.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the project.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commercial, institutional, or federal construction experience.
• At least 5 years serving as a Quality Control Manager or Quality Construction Manageron projects of similar size and complexity.
• Thorough understanding of federal construction quality management requirements.
• Experience managing construction quality documentation and inspection programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software (Procore experience preferred).
• Current USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM-C) for Contractors Certification.
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or other Federal Agencies.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
• EM 385-1-1 knowledge and experience.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field is preferred.

Job Type: Full Time

Benefits & Career Growth

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plan
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Ameritech Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.