Quality Control Manager

Nova Group, Inc.; Bridgeport (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Auto allowance

Benefit package

Job summary

A construction management firm in Bridgeport is seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee quality control processes on an aircraft refueling facility project. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in quality control roles within infrastructure projects and a background in engineering or construction management. The position is full-time with a salary range of $110K to $140K based on experience, along with a benefits package that includes paid time off and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager.
• Minimum of 4 years as QC Manager.
• Current USACE/NAVFAC CQM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage Quality Control Program.
• Coordinate quality with production.
• Conduct inspections and prepare reports.

Skills

Infrastructure project experience

Quality Control management

Decision making/problem solving

Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Bluebeam)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Adobe

Job description

• The project includes construction of an aircraft refueling facility with an operations building, fuels laboratory, fuel farm, spill containment, Demolition of existing fuel farm site and incidental related work.
• The current schedule is for the Quality Control Manager to start approximately March 2026 and mobilize to site April 2026.
• The Quality Control Manager is responsible to implement and manage Quality Control Program per contract specifications and project QC Plan.

Requirements

• Work closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager coordinating quality with production.
• Manage and coordinate three phases of control for all features of work. Complete all associated report forms.
• Conduct Preparatory meetings and Initial inspections on all definable features of work.
• Conduct and keep minutes of the QC/Production Meeting.
• Observe and monitor daily field activities for compliance with the plans and specifications. Perform field testing as required.
• Be familiar with the EM 385-1-1, monitor field work for safety violations and inform the SSHO of any problems observed, take immediate action if necessary.
• Complete daily Quality Control Reports for submission to the Owner.
• Develop and maintain QC project files.
• Prepare, review and transmit submittals.
• Perform QC review and approve subcontractor submittals prior to transmitting to the Owner.
• Maintain the Submittal Register.
• Write RFIs in coordination with Project Supt. and Project Manager.
• Develop and maintain the Testing Plan and Log. Schedule testing and special inspections.
• Maintain reports of onsite and offsite quality control inspections and tests performed including work by suppliers and subcontractors.
• Schedule and manage QC Specialists and testing labs, verify work done by others.
• Keep a Rework list of work that does not comply with the contract requirements.
• Prepare punch lists and perform pre-final and final inspections; ensure punch list completion.
• Maintain As-Built drawings.
• Maintain weld log, weld field map with locations and elevations.
• Take and process progress photos.
• Perform and document a pre-pour checklist for concrete placements.
• Keep the Owner informed of onsite & offsite sampling/testing.
• Prepare project specific QC Plan and assist in Accident Prevention Plan and Environmental Protection Plan preparation.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

Educational and experience requirements include:

• Experience with infrastructure projects including but not limited to medium voltage cabling, conductor splicing, insulators, grounding, lightning protection, transformers, switchgear, conductor lugs & terminations, underground duct banks, excavation, backfill, rebar, concrete, formwork, piping, welding, pumps, valves, painting & coating, instrumentation, pre-engineered buildings and commissioning.
• Familiar with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health requirements.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager.
• Minimum 4 years as QC Manager. (Can be part of 5 years’ experience in bullet above.)
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office programs and Bluebeam or Adobe.
• Excellent organizational, supervisory and decision making/problem solving skills are essential.
• Advanced management or technical training preferred.
• Current USACE/NAVFAC CQM certification preferred.
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, and DoD construction contracts preferred.
• Familiar with eCMS, RMS, preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in engineering or construction management preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

Work is performed on a construction site, typically in a construction trailer. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site in all types of weather.
• Prolonged periods of standing and working outside.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Must be able to lift to 40 pounds at times.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, overtime exempt position. Days and hours of work will depend on production schedule.
• This Quality Control Manager, QCM, role is for the duration of the Bridgeport project and then relocating from project site to project site as Nova is awarded new projects.
• Typical projects are 1 -3 years in duration in locations both domestic and international.
• Between projects, the QCM may be assigned shorter term to one of the Nova offices, to another project, or remote from a home base for project support work as required.
• This position requires U.S. work authorization.

Salary Range

• $110K to $140K depending on experience, plus subsistence, auto allowance, benefit package, paid holidays, PTO (Paid Time off) and sick leave.