Quality Control Manager

Akima; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arctic Peak, an Akima company, seeks a Construction Quality Control Manager to oversee QA on federally regulated projects across civil and demolition work. You will enforce quality standards, inspect activities, and ensure documentation accuracy to meet DOE/DoD and environmental requirements.

The role requires leadership, clear communication with engineers and subcontractors, rigorous risk management, and on-call support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years QC/QA experience in construction, civil works, or demolition.
• Experience in supervisory or decision-making roles.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and SOWs.
• Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with DOE, DoD, NFPA, OSHA, EPA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality oversight supporting Arctic Peak’s general contractor responsibilities and contractual requirements.
• Develop and enforce quality standards, inspection procedures, and controlled work instructions.
• Establish and maintain a formal document control system for procedures, records, controlled documents, and nonconformance reporting.
• Identify, document, and resolve non-compliant procedures or practices; lead corrective action development and verification.
• Perform inspections and audits related to civil construction (earthwork, grading, utilities, concrete, structural modifications) and demolition operations (hazardous materials, sequencing, waste handling).
• Ensure compliance with DOE Orders, DoD requirements, NFPA, IBC, OSHA, EPA, and local permitting regulations.
• Update quality procedures and SOPs as project conditions or regulatory requirements evolve.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to Arctic Peak’s quality expectations and SOW requirements.
• Manage and submit Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items accurately and on schedule.
• Track quality performance metrics, document compliance trends, and maintain corrective action logs.
• Lead customer satisfaction feedback processes and implement improvements based on findings.
• Serve as SME for quality assurance, regulatory compliance, document control, and demolition safety.
• Provide after-hours on-call support for quality-related project needs.

Skills

Quality assurance

Construction QC

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Construction Quality Control Manager (QCM) at Arctic Peak plays a critical role in supporting general contractor oversight across construction, civil, and demolition operations on federally regulated projects. The role requires strong quality assurance expertise, including proficiency in quality systems, inspection methodologies, and corrective action processes. The QCM must demonstrate comprehensive regulatory and code knowledge, including DOE and DoD requirements, OSHA, NFPA, IBC, EPA, and other safety and environmental standards. Success in this position demands technical construction competency related to civil, structural, and demolition activities, combined with strong document control and reporting abilities to ensure full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

This position requires strong risk identification and mitigation capabilities, enabling the QCM to identify hazards, procedural deviations, and compliance gaps while implementing effective solutions. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills are essential, as the QCM regularly coordinates with engineers, subcontractors, government representatives, and Arctic Peak leadership. Analytical problem‑solving abilities support effective evaluation of construction challenges and the development of practical solutions. Leadership and oversight skills are vital for enforcing standards and driving quality initiatives, while detail orientation ensures precision in inspections, documentation, and compliance tracking. Adaptability is key, as the QCM must respond effectively to changing project conditions, regulatory updates, and emergent issues in the field.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality oversight in support of Arctic Peak’s general contractor responsibilities, ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Develop, implement, and enforce quality standards, inspection procedures, and controlled work instructions.
• Establish and maintain a formal document control system for procedures, records, controlled documents, and nonconformance reporting.
• Identify, document, and resolve non‑compliant procedures or practices; lead corrective action development and verification.
• Perform inspections and audits related to civil construction (earthwork, grading, utilities, concrete, structural modifications) and demolition operations (hazardous materials, sequencing, waste handling).
• Ensure compliance with DOE Orders, DoD requirements, NFPA, IBC, OSHA, EPA, and local permitting regulations.
• Update quality procedures and SOPs as project conditions or regulatory requirements evolve.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to Arctic Peak’s quality expectations and SOW requirements.
• Manage and submit Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items accurately and on schedule.
• Track quality performance metrics, document compliance trends, and maintain corrective action logs.
• Lead customer satisfaction feedback processes and implement improvements based on findings.
• Serve as SME for quality assurance, regulatory compliance, document control, and demolition safety.
• Provide after‑hours on‑call support for quality‑related project needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years QC/QA experience in construction, civil works, demolition, or related technical fields; at least 1 year in a supervisory or decision‑making role.
• Experience developing and enforcing quality standards, inspection plans, and document control processes.
• Experience identifying non‑compliance and managing corrective actions to closure.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, demolition plans, specifications, SOWs, DOE directives, and regulatory documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to version control and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, subcontractors, and regulatory officials.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Ability to operate company vehicles as needed.

Required Certifications

• DOE‑STD‑1180 Construction Management Functional Qualification training.
• DOE O 414.1E Quality Assurance Program training or equivalent.
• CQM‑C (Construction Quality Management for Contractors) certification required for federal projects (USACE/NAVFAC).

Job ID

2026-26246

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Arctic Peak, an Akima company, is not just another federal construction contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Arctic Peak, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Arctic Peak provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Arctic Peak delivers unparalleled general contracting services with a specialization in design/build projects of all sizes.

As an Arctic Peak employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.