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Job Title: Quality Control Manager

Job Description

This role leads the quality control program for federal and military construction projects, ensuring all work meets contract requirements, project specifications, and government quality standards. The Quality Control Manager develops, implements, and maintains project-specific Quality Control Plans, oversees inspections and testing, and manages all quality documentation throughout the project lifecycle. This position works closely with project teams, subcontractors, and government representatives to drive a safety-first, compliance-focused culture while supporting successful project delivery and closeout.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the Quality Control program for federal and military construction projects from project start through closeout.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific Quality Control Plans in alignment with contract documents and government requirements.
• Manage and maintain submittal registers, testing logs, inspection reports, deficiency logs, and rework tracking to ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Conduct and lead Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections as part of the Three Phases of Control process.
• Coordinate all testing, inspections, and quality-related documentation with project teams, subcontractors, and government representatives.
• Ensure all work complies with contract documents, project specifications, and applicable government quality standards and procedures.
• Utilize RMS, ECMS, NAVFAC, and/or USACE quality management systems to document and track quality control activities.
• Lead regular quality control meetings and provide clear, timely quality-related reporting to project stakeholders.
• Manage project closeout documentation, including as-built records, warranties, and turnover packages, to ensure complete and accurate project delivery.
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers, Superintendents, owners, and government personnel to resolve quality issues and maintain high standards.
• Support a safety-first culture by integrating quality control processes with site safety practices and expectations.
• Participate in planning and coordination meetings to identify quality requirements and potential risks early in the project.
• Monitor ongoing work to identify deficiencies, track corrective actions, and verify completion of rework in accordance with quality standards.

Essential Skills

• 2–5 years of Quality Control experience preferred, ideally on federal or military construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience in Construction Quality Control (CQC) Management on federal and/or military construction projects.
• Experience supporting NAVFAC, USACE, DoD, or other federal construction projects highly preferred.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain Quality Control Plans for construction projects.
• Strong experience managing quality documentation, including QC Plans, submittal registers, testing logs, deficiency logs, and project closeout documentation.
• Experience with RMS and/or ECMS quality management systems strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with NAVFAC and USACE quality control processes and requirements.
• Military construction experience highly preferred.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills required, with the ability to produce clear, accurate reports and records.
• Ability to lead and conduct Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections within the Three Phases of Control process.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and government representatives in a fast-paced construction environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• A relevant degree may offset some years of experience for candidates with strong certifications and federal construction exposure.
• Experience with NAVFAC, USACE, or other federal agency quality management systems is a plus.
• Veteran, Seabee, or Army Corps/Combat Engineer is considered a plus.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred but not required.
• EM-385 40-Hour training preferred but not required.
• Competent Person certifications preferred but not required.
• Hazwoper training preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel to various project sites as needed, including extended stays on out-of-area projects.
• Comfort working in a structured, compliance-driven environment with detailed quality and documentation standards.

Work Environment

Project schedules typically follow either a 4/10 schedule (four 10-hour days) or a 5/8 schedule (five 8-hour days), depending on project requirements. Workdays generally start early, with typical start times between 5:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., driven by site access and operational needs. Most initial projects are located throughout Southern California, with local assignments commonly within San Diego County, including installations such as Camp Pendleton and Miramar. These local assignments generally do not receive per diem or mileage reimbursement. For projects outside San Diego County, employees may be eligible for per diem in accordance with project requirements and applicable GSA guidelines. Potential project locations may include China Lake, 29 Palms, Yuma, El Centro, Los Angeles, Travis Air Force Base, and other military installations. The organization is open to candidates based outside California, particularly those with federal construction experience who are accustomed to traveling from project to project. The work environment is field-focused and construction-site based, emphasizing a supportive, safety-first culture with a continuous pipeline of federal projects and long-term growth opportunities for high-performing team members.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

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