Quality Control System Manager

Boutique Recruiting; Fort Lewis (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training opportunities

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks a Quality Control System Manager to lead the project-wide QC program for a large federal construction effort at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. You will interface with USACE, project leadership, and subcontractors to ensure all work complies with contract requirements and quality standards.

You will conduct daily field observations, manage submittals in RMS, and coordinate inspections with testing agencies while driving proactive, solutions-focused quality decisions in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 5 years of quality control management experience on USACE or NAVFAC projects with hands-on RMS experience.
• Minimum 5 years of quality experience supporting government contracts or government-awarded construction projects.
• Experience on large-scale construction projects valued approximately $5M–$50M (civil, vertical, MEP).
• Strong RMS proficiency and exceptional technical writing, documentation, and professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the project-wide quality control program in accordance with USACE requirements, contract documents, and established construction standards
• Interface directly with government QA representatives and project stakeholders to maintain alignment, transparency and timely resolution of quality matters
• Conduct daily field observations to verify work in place meets drawings, specifications, approved submittals and required quality standards
• Review, manage and submit project submittals while maintaining accurate documentation within RMS
• Coordinate with subcontractors, QC consultants and third-party testing agencies to schedule inspections, testing and required quality activities
• Oversee subcontractor quality documentation and ensure deficiencies, corrective actions and follow-up items are properly documented and resolved
• Provide direction and delegation to project engineers and collaborate closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent and field teams to keep quality at the center of project execution

Skills

RMS proficiency

Technical writing

Professional communication

Driver's license

Education

ABET-accredited engineering/architecture/construction management degree

Tools

RMS software

Job description

Position Title: Quality Control System Manager

Salary Range: $145,000–$185,000 / Year, DOE

This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced Quality Control Manager to take ownership of quality on a large-scale federal construction project at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. You’ll lead the project’s quality control program from the field, working directly with USACE representatives, project leadership, subcontractors, consultants and testing agencies to ensure every phase of construction meets contract requirements, specifications and quality standards. This role goes beyond checking boxes. You’ll be in the field observing work, reviewing and managing submittals, overseeing subcontractor documentation, coordinating inspections and testing, and identifying issues before they become expensive problems. The company is looking for a proactive, solutions-driven professional who communicates clearly, works collaboratively and understands that great quality control requires both technical expertise and strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the project-wide quality control program in accordance with USACE requirements, contract documents, and established construction standards
• Interface directly with government QA representatives and project stakeholders to maintain alignment, transparency and timely resolution of quality matters
• Conduct daily field observations to verify work in place meets drawings, specifications, approved submittals and required quality standards
• Review, manage and submit project submittals while maintaining accurate documentation within RMS
• Coordinate with subcontractors, QC consultants and third-party testing agencies to schedule inspections, testing and required quality activities
• Oversee subcontractor quality documentation and ensure deficiencies, corrective actions and follow-up items are properly documented and resolved
• Provide direction and delegation to project engineers and collaborate closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent and field teams to keep quality at the center of project execution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management from an ABET-accredited program
• Minimum 5 years of quality control management experience on USACE or NAVFAC projects with hands-on RMS experience
• Minimum 5 years of quality experience supporting government contracts or government-awarded construction projects
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects valued approximately $5M–$50M, including civil, vertical construction, structural and MEP scopes
• Strong proficiency with RMS and exceptional technical writing, documentation, and professional communication skills
• Construction Quality Management for Contractors certification or ability to complete recertification within 90 days of hire
• Valid state driver’s license with the ability to meet company driving requirements

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with multiple plan options and highly competitive employee premiums
• Dental, vision, FSA and HSA options plus an Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability with additional voluntary insurance options available
• Generous PTO program beginning at 15 days and increasing significantly based on years of service
• 10 paid holidays plus a work anniversary floating holiday after one year of service
• 401(k) match of $0.50 per dollar contributed up to 6% plus tuition reimbursement