Quality Program Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The Quality Manager will implement, oversee, and manage all aspects of the Quality Control program. This includes documentation and inspections performed by testing personnel and any others required by contract. This role includes oversight of documentation and physical inspections, and close collaboration with in-house Project Managers, Superintendents, and external personnel to ensure the delivery of a high-quality product.

The Specifics of the Role

• Coordinate, document, and track preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections.
• Plan, chair, and schedule weekly QC meetings with the Superintendent; provide written reports.
• Deliver daily QC reports aligned with project quality standards.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop and implement the Quality Program.
• Provide executive management with ongoing updates and recommendations.
• Manage and support quality teams in executing the quality program.
• Identify appropriate standards and procedures for tasks.
• Share best practices, lessons learned, and training opportunities across the enterprise.
• Drive implementation of Site-Specific Quality Plans, policies, and procedures.
• Verify all materials received conform to submittals, are handled properly, and are suitable for use.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings with subcontractors and superintendents.
• Track deficiencies and verify implementation of corrective actions.
• Help coordinate and document building systems testing and commissioning.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with the Project Site-Specific Safety Plan.
• Perform safety inspections and audits as per company practices.
• Maintain and document conformance to the quality plan.
• Monitor and manage deficiencies through to resolution.
• Understand testing and inspection processes and build strong agency relationships.
• Evaluate subcontractor work for accuracy.
• Understand city, county, and state inspection requirements to receive TCO and CO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5–15 years of progressive construction experience with increasing responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to walk job sites and climb ladders.

Some Things You Should Know

• This is a safety-sensitive role, subject to background checks and mandatory drug testing.
• Travel is required, as projects and clients are nationwide.
• We take a collaborative design-build approach that sets us apart.
• Our projects are creative, complex, high-profile, and award-winning.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus – Based on company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including: Medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k), Generous PTO and paid company holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range considers multiple factors, including education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.