Quality Control Manager - Construction (Traveling)

Consigli Construction; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee and implement quality control programs for construction projects. The ideal candidate should possess 7-10 years of experience in quality control or related roles and have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field. Responsibilities include managing inspections, reviewing contractor submittals, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Has acted as a traveling Quality Control Manager previously.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in construction roles.
• Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the QC Program throughout the project.
• Develop comprehensive quality control plans.
• Regularly inspect construction activities for quality issues.
• Maintain documentation of inspection findings and reports.
• Review contractor submittals for compliance.
• Coordinate material testing and sampling.
• Initiate corrective action plans for identified quality issues.
• Monitor subcontractor quality control practices.
• Ensure compliance with project quality standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Extensive experience and judgment

Understanding of the Three Phases of Control

Ability to manage diverse teams

Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities

Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize

Motivated and driven

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

OSHA-30 certification

Construction Quality Management for Contractors Certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division:Field Operations

Department:Quality

Reports to:Regional Quality Manager

Supervisory Duties: Yes

The Quality Control Manager (QCM) will collaborate with the entire project team throughout the lifecycle of their assigned project. Their main responsibility will be to implement and manage the QC Program inclusive of administrative and field duties. This dynamic role includes direct correspondence with the client/owner and interfacing with subcontractors to limit or address rework.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Willing to travel nationwide.
• Quality Control Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive quality control plans aligned with project requirements, including inspection checklists, sampling procedures, and testing protocols.
• Field Inspections: Regularly inspect construction activities in progress to identify potential quality issues, deviations from plans, and non-compliance with specifications.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of inspection findings, including photographs, data sheets, and non-conformance reports, and generate regular quality reports for project management.
• Submittal Review: Review contractor submittals such as shop drawings, material data sheets, and test reports to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Material Testing and Sampling: Coordinate and oversee material testing and sampling to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Corrective Action: Identify and address quality issues promptly by initiating corrective action plans and ensuring timely remediation of deficiencies.
• Subcontractor Oversight: Monitor the quality control practices of subcontractors and ensure they meet project requirements.
• Compliance Management: Stay updated on relevant client/owner or government regulations, ensuring project compliance with all applicable quality standards.

Key Skills

• Strongcommunication skills.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Understanding and experience with the Three Phases of Control.
• Ability to effectively manage diverse groups and teams, including outside testing agencies or subject matter experts/specialists.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.
• Motivated and driven.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.

Required Experience

• Has acted as a traveling Quality Control Manager previously, preferred.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, engineering technology, building construction, building science or related field.
• 7-10 years as a Superintendent, Quality Control manager, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Construction Manager, or similar.
• OSHA-30 certification.
• Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) Certification.
• Must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance and sustainability.
• Experience leading and directing the work of others.