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Job Title: Quality Control Manager

Job Description

This role leads the full quality control program for a major $127 million renovation project in Fairfax, VA, spanning demolition, restructuring, and new vertical construction over an expected duration of more than three years. The Quality Control Manager ensures that all construction activities meet contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements while coordinating closely with project leadership, field teams, and stakeholders to deliver a high-quality, compliant, and well-documented project.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the entire project quality control (QC) program for a large-scale renovation and vertical construction project.
• Oversee quality control activities during demolition, restructuring, and new construction phases to ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Attend all post-award conferences, Contractor Quality Control (CQC) plan meetings, coordination meetings, and mutual understanding meetings to represent and lead QC efforts.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct regular CQC meetings with project teams and subcontractors to review quality requirements, address issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform and document the three phases of the quality control process (preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections) for all definable features of work.
• Review, evaluate, and approve submittals to ensure they comply with contract documents, specifications, and applicable codes before work proceeds.
• Ensure all required testing is properly scheduled, performed, documented, and tracked, including coordinating with testing agencies and laboratories as needed.
• Monitor field work to verify adherence to approved submittals, drawings, specifications, and quality standards, and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Interpret and review blueprints, drawings, and technical documents to identify quality requirements and potential issues before and during construction.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize QC documentation, including inspection reports, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective action records.
• Coordinate with project management, superintendents, and inspectors to resolve quality-related issues and maintain alignment with project objectives.
• Support compliance with OSHA and other safety requirements by integrating safety considerations into QC processes and field inspections.
• Collaborate on local, state, and federal project requirements to ensure that all regulatory and contractual quality standards are met.
• Provide guidance and oversight to inspectors and field personnel on quality expectations, procedures, and best practices.
• Contribute to a culture of ownership and accountability by promoting high standards of workmanship and proactive problem solving across the project team.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in vertical construction quality control, including work on demolition, restructuring, and new construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and manage a comprehensive QC program on large construction projects.
• Hands-on experience with Contractor Quality Control (CQC) processes, including planning and conducting CQC meetings.
• Ability to perform the three phases of quality control (preparatory, initial, and follow-up) and document each phase thoroughly.
• Strong skills in reviewing and approving submittals for compliance with contract documents and specifications.
• Experience ensuring that all required testing is scheduled, performed, and documented in accordance with project requirements.
• Knowledge of OSHA compliance requirements and the ability to support safe work practices through QC activities.
• Familiarity with USACE (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) quality control standards and procedures.
• Experience working as an inspector or quality control manager on local, state, or federal construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical documents and to identify and communicate quality-related issues.
• Certified Quality Control Manager (QCM) or equivalent QC certification.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills to manage QC records, reports, and testing documentation.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with project managers, superintendents, inspectors, and field personnel.
• Ability to maintain consistency and longevity in vertical construction roles, demonstrating stable and reliable project involvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license with a relevant degree is highly valued and may be considered in lieu of certain inspector experience.
• Experience as an inspector with a track record of long-term involvement in vertical construction projects.
• Experience in construction quality control on local, state, or federal projects, particularly those involving complex renovations and new vertical construction.
• Exposure to or familiarity with ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) environments or ownership-minded cultures.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues before they impact schedule or cost.
• Ability to mentor and support field teams in understanding and meeting quality expectations.

Work Environment

This role is based on a construction site in Fairfax, VA, working on a large, multi-year renovation and vertical construction project. The Quality Control Manager works on-site five days a week during the day shift, closely interacting with project managers, project executives, superintendents, inspectors, and field crews. The environment involves active demolition, restructuring, and new construction activities, requiring regular field presence, coordination with testing agencies, and hands-on oversight of work in progress. The project team uses innovative and cutting-edge technology to plan, monitor, and document construction activities. The culture emphasizes learning from experienced project leaders who lead by example, a strong sense of ownership among team members, and the opportunity to participate in an employee ownership structure, fostering a collaborative and accountable work atmosphere.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Annandale, VA.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Annandale,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

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