Quality Control Manager (QCM) – Federal Construction

Elite-Recruiting-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 128,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite-Recruiting- is seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager (QCM) to lead on-site QC for a barracks renovation at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. The role requires implementing the project QC program, coordinating inspections, and ensuring compliance with contract documents and federal requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's in Engineering or Construction Management, a USACE CQM-C certification, and proven federal construction QC experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Current USACE CQM-C certification.
• Proven construction quality control experience.
• Experience managing quality across multiple construction phases.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specs, submittals, RFIs, inspections, testing.
• Willing to travel for future project assignments.
• Maintain accurate QC documentation and reports.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Quality control

Construction management

Documentation

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

USACE CQM-C certification

Job description

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.