QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER

Elite Talent Expert; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging/travel support provided

Job summary

Elite Talent Expert is seeking a Quality Control Manager for a federal construction project in Corpus Christi, Texas. The role focuses on overseeing QA activities, ensuring contract and federal compliance, and coordinating with government representatives.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in construction, 5+ years federal experience, USACE background, and ability to travel. Lodging/travel support is provided. ASAP start for a full-time, project-based assignment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience supervising or managing construction projects.
• 5+ years of federal construction experience.
• USACE construction experience required.
• Experience on large-scale projects ($20M–$30M+).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends.
• Ability to travel to project sites.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check for government facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee quality control activities on the project.
• Ensure work meets contract requirements and federal standards.
• Monitor progress, schedules, and quality requirements.
• Identify hazards and implement effective controls.
• Conduct inspections and maintain project documents.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, field staff, and government reps.
• Support safe and efficient construction operations.
• Communicate status and recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

8+ years of experience supervising or

5+ years of federal construction

USACE construction experience

Ability to travel to project sites

Strong communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Bluebeam or Adobe PDF editing

Procore or Kahua

RMS, ECMS, SharePoint

Job description

Travel/Relocation: Open to candidates nationwide

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager (QCM) to join a federal construction project in Corpus Christi, Texas.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional with a strong USACE/federal construction background who is ready to take on a key quality control role on a major project.

The position is full-time and project-based. While the initial assignment will be tied to the current project, strong performers may have opportunities to continue with the company on future projects in other locations.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and oversee quality control activities throughout the construction project.
• Ensure construction work meets contract requirements, specifications, quality standards, and applicable federal requirements.
• Monitor project progress, schedules, and quality requirements.
• Identify potential construction and safety issues and work with the project team to implement effective solutions.
• Conduct inspections and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, field personnel, project management, and government representatives.
• Help ensure compliance with USACE and EM 385-1-1 requirements.
• Support safe and efficient construction operations.
• Communicate project status, quality issues, and recommendations clearly to project leadership.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, government personnel, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience supervising or managing construction projects in roles such as Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety, or similar.
• 5+ years of federal construction experience.
• Previous USACE construction experience is required.
• Experience with large-scale construction projects, preferably $20M–$30M+.
• Proven ability to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, equipment, processes, and best practices.
• Ability to identify construction hazards and recommend appropriate controls or corrective actions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines and in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when required.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check required for work on government facilities.

Required Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification – OSHA 30 card required.
• Knowledge of EM 385-1-1, Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual (March 2024).
• USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certification.
• First Aid/CPR training.

Preferred Certifications

• HAZWOPER certification.
• Competent Person training in:
• Fall Protection
• Confined Space
• Excavation

Candidates should be comfortable working with common construction and project management software, including:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Bluebeam or Adobe PDF editing
• Procore or Kahua (preferred)
• RMS, ECMS, and SharePoint
• $120,000 – $135,000 annual salary
• Lodging/travel support provided
• Full-time, project-based position
• ASAP start
• Potential opportunity to continue with the company on future projects following successful completion of the current assignment