Senior Quality Control Manager (Federal Construction)

Summary
The Senior Quality Control Manager role at Layton Construction ensures projects meet company, client, and regulatory quality standards. This individual leads the project’s quality program from preconstruction through closeout, and is the primary quality contact for the government’s Contracting Officer and Quality Assurance staff. The person will also interpret plans and specs, drive corrective actions, prepare submittals, work with inspectors, and partner with project management to keep work on schedule and budget.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Champions "The Layton Way" by delivering predictable outcome for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Ensures that "Construction with Integrity" is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Develop, implement, and enforce the project Quality Control Plan in accordance with contract requirements and agency standards (e.g., UFGS 01 45 00, NAVFAC/USACE quality requirements)
• Lead the three-phase control process (preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections) for every definable feature of work
• Review submittals for compliance with project specifications and plans, and verify materials and equipment against approved submittals
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability and compliance, and support RFI and change management
• Identify nonconforming work and drive corrective actions to resolution
• Record and document test results per established protocols, and maintain audit-ready documentation
• Prepare and deliver reports required by project specifications for project managers and clients
• Ensure measuring and testing equipment is properly calibrated and functioning, and arrange repairs as needed
• Conduct internal quality audits
• Coordinate with the Site Safety and Health Officer to keep quality and safety integrated, in compliance with EM 385-1-1, and maintain a clean, safe jobsite
• Collaborate with government agencies and QA representatives during inspections
• Work with project management to deliver the project on schedule and within budget
• Lead pre-final and final inspections, punch list, O&M/as-built documentation, and closeout
• Coach and manage QC staff and field leadership on quality expectations and lessons learned
• Stay current on industry standards through technical publications, seminars, and training
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed
  

Experience/Education

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience.

• 8+ years of experience in the Quality Control industry.
• Ideal candidate will have experience supporting quality control on DoD/Federal construction projects.
• Current USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification, or the ability to obtain it before start

• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes and standards, and an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units.

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and quality control standards.

• Ability to interpret instructions whether written, spoken, or in a diagram.

• Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.

• Highly proactive and responsive to internal and external customers.

• Ability to work with all levels of management.
  

Benefits: Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.