Quality Control Manager (QCM) – Federal Construction

Elite-Recruiting-; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite-Recruiting- is seeking a seasoned Quality Control Manager (QCM) for a barracks renovation project at Fort Jackson, SC. The role requires on-site QC leadership, ensuring compliance with contract documents, plans, specs, and federal construction requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering or Construction Management and USACE CQM-C certification, with prior federal QC experience and strong documentation, communication, and travel readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is required.
• USACE CQM-C certification is required.
• Experience in construction quality control on multiple project phases is required.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, inspections and testing is required.
• Ability to maintain accurate QC documentation and reports is required.
• Excellent communication and coordination with PMs, subs, field personnel, government representatives, and inspectors is required.
• Willing to travel for future project assignments is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project's Quality Control Program throughout the barracks renovation.
• Perform and document QC activities to ensure contract compliance.
• Coordinate preparatory, initial, and follow-up QC phases.
• Review plans, specifications, submittals, shop drawings for quality requirements.
• Coordinate required inspections, testing, and documentation.
• Identify deficiencies and track corrective actions to completion.
• Maintain daily QC reports and supporting project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate quality concerns to project leadership.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and field personnel to ensure work meets QC standards before acceptance.
• Monitor ongoing construction for compliance with approved plans and submittals.
• Support project closeout, punch-list, inspections, and final documentation.
• Maintain an organized, audit-ready QC documentation system.

Skills

Quality control leadership

Project coordination

Communication skills

Drawings & specifications

Inspections & testing

Documentation

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

USACE CQM-C certification

Job description

Quality Control Manager (QCM) - Federal Construction

Location: Fort Jackson, South Carolina
Project: Barracks Renovation
Salary: $150,000 annually
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Must be open to travel for future projects

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager (QCM) to provide on-site quality control leadership for a barracks renovation project at Fort Jackson, South Carolina.

The QCM will be responsible for implementing and managing the project's quality control program, coordinating inspections and testing, monitoring construction activities, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with contract documents, plans, specifications, and applicable federal construction requirements.

This position is ideal for an experienced federal construction professional who understands the quality expectations associated with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects and is comfortable working in an active, deadline-driven construction environment.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Current USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification
• Previous construction quality control experience
• Experience managing quality requirements throughout multiple phases of construction
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, inspections, and testing requirements
• Ability to maintain accurate quality control documentation and reports
• Strong communication and coordination skills when working with project management, subcontractors, field personnel, government representatives, and inspectors
• Must be willing and able travel for future project assignments

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the project's Quality Control Program throughout the barracks renovation.
• Perform and document quality control activities to ensure construction complies with contract requirements.
• Coordinate preparatory, initial, and follow-up phases of control for construction activities.
• Review plans, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, and other project documentation for quality requirements.
• Coordinate required inspections, testing, and documentation.
• Identify deficiencies and track corrective actions through completion.
• Maintain daily quality control reports and supporting project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate quality concerns to project leadership.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and field personnel to ensure work meets established quality standards before acceptance.
• Monitor ongoing construction activities for compliance with approved plans, specifications, and submittals.
• Support project closeout, punch-list activities, inspections, and final documentation.
• Maintain an organized and audit-ready quality control documentation system throughout the project.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on QCM with federal construction experience who can confidently manage quality in the field, communicate effectively with government and contractor personnel, identify issues before they affect schedule or acceptance, and maintain the documentation standards expected on a federal construction project.