Quality Manager

Genuine Search Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Quality Manager to oversee quality control processes in construction projects. You will be responsible for ensuring work meets contract requirements and applicable codes, while also managing quality documentation and conducting site inspections. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, at least 5 years of experience, and strong attention to detail. This full-time position offers a mid-senior level role in project management within the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience with increasing responsibility for quality or field operations.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Working knowledge of construction codes, standards, and inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Project Quality Plans (PQP) or Quality Control Plans.
• Conduct regular jobsite quality inspections and audits.
• Review subcontractor quality plans and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Conflict-resolution skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Quality Manager / Quality Control Manager

The Construction Quality Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing quality control processes to ensure construction work meets contract requirements, design documents, applicable codes, and company standards. This role partners closely with project management, field supervision, subcontractors, and inspectors to proactively prevent defects and drive consistent, high-quality execution across all phases of construction.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Planning & Systems

• Develop and manage Project Quality Plans (PQP) or Quality Control Plans
• Establish inspection and testing procedures aligned with contract documents
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and applicable codes
• Maintain quality documentation, logs, and records

Field Quality Oversight

• Conduct regular jobsite quality inspections and audits
• Verify work in place meets approved submittals and specifications
• Identify nonconforming work and lead corrective action plans
• Coordinate inspections with owners, third-party inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs)

Subcontractor & Trade Partner Management

• Review subcontractor quality plans and procedures
• Verify trade compliance with installation standards and best practices
• Participate in pre-installation meetings and first-in-place inspections
• Support subcontractor buyout and onboarding from a quality standpoint

Coordination & Communication

• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to integrate quality into daily operations
• Support constructability reviews and design clarification efforts
• Facilitate lessons learned and continuous improvement discussions
• Provide clear, timely communication to internal and external stakeholders

Testing, Documentation & Closeout

• Track and manage material testing, inspections, and special inspections
• Review and maintain quality-related submittals and reports
• Support punch list completion and project closeout documentation
• Assist with turnover packages and warranty documentation
• Promote a culture of “build it right the first time”
• Train project teams and trade partners on quality expectations and standards
• Identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements
• Support company-wide quality initiatives and standardization efforts

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of construction experience with increasing responsibility for quality or field operations
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods
• Working knowledge of construction codes, standards, and inspection processes

Preferred

• Experience in commercial, healthcare, industrial, or institutional construction
• Experience with owner, GC, or CM quality programs
• Certifications such as:
• CQM (USACE)
• CQE, CQA, or similar (a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and documentation
• Ability to lead and influence without direct authority
• Excellent communication and conflict‑resolution skills
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset
• Comfortable working in the field and office environments
• Primarily jobsite‑based with regular field presence
• Collaboration with project teams, owners, inspectors, and trade partners
• Travel between project sites may be required
• Senior Quality Manager
• Director of Quality
• Operations or Project Leadership roles

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Construction