Quality Control Manager - Federal Construction Project Maryland
Position: Quality Control Manager (QCM)
Location: Joint Base Andrews Prince George's County, MD
Department: Construction
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Rate: DOE (Depends on Experience)
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hrs/week + occasional overtime
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Quality Control Manager (QCM) to support federal construction operations at the Joint Andrews Airforce Base in Maryland. The QCM plays a dual role in overseeing both quality assurance and field safety, ensuring full compliance with USACE, DOE, EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and other applicable standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead daily QC activities, ensuring all construction work aligns with project specs and contract requirements.
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Oversee field inspections, equipment verification, and preservation of Safety Class (SC) and Safety Significant (SS) steel components.
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Manage and maintain project documentation, including submittals, inspection reports, daily logs, and NQA-1 files.
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Conduct and document preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections for all definable features of work.
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Review drawings, submittals, and work packages for technical compliance.
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Manage materials inspection, handling, and storage in accordance with approved submittals.
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Coordinate resolution of non-conformance items with subcontractors and project leadership.
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Maintain accurate as-built documentation and support closeout processes.
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Stop work if safety or quality is compromised-especially around SC/SS components.
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Participate in QC and safety meetings, briefings, and project updates.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or 10+ years of relevant construction experience.
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5+ years of experience as a QCM on USACE or DOE construction projects.
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USACE "Construction Quality Management for Contractors" Certification required.
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OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (or ability to obtain).
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Fall Protection Competent Person certification preferred.
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Proficiency with RMS, Microsoft Office, and documentation software.
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Must be eligible to obtain DoD/DOE security clearance for site access.
Preferred Skills
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Expertise in civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural construction disciplines.
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Deep knowledge of structural steel preservation, removal activities, and base metal repair protocols.
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Working familiarity with NQA-1 compliance and documentation.
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Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and submittals.
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Experience managing quality programs in high-scrutiny federal environments.
Working Conditions
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Office and active construction site environment.
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Must be comfortable walking job sites, lifting up to 50 lbs, and conducting visual inspections.
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Position may require occasional travel and adjusted work hours based on project needs.
We are a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Participation in E-Verify required.