Construction Quality Control Manager (Federal)

Construction Quality Control Manager (Federal)

Title : Construction Quality Control Manager (Federal)

Location : Tacoma, Washington

Status : Full Time

Safey Sensitive : Yes

Salary Range : $90,000 - $130,000

Summary : Midnight Sun is seeking a Quality Control Manager (QCM) to support a federal contract at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, Washington. The QCM reports to the Project Manager and is responsible for implementing and managing the Contractor Quality Control system to ensure that all work complies with contract plans, specifications, and quality standards. This role emphasizes prevention of defects through structured processes, rather than mere detection, and operates in partnership with the government\'s Quality Assurance (QA) team to deliver a high-quality project safely, on time, and within budget. The QCM has full authority to act in all quality control matters, including stopping non-compliant work.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Oversee the CQC program, including coordinating with subcontractors, testing labs, and specialized personnel to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Apply the Three-Phase Control System for each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW).
• Review, certify, and track all submittals (e.g., shop drawings, materials, equipment) for compliance, using forms like ENG Form 4288R and ENG Form 4025R, ensuring timely approval before installation.
• Oversee material testing, commissioning of systems, and daily inspections; verify that tests are conducted by qualified labs and personnel, and maintain testing logs.
• Identify, document, and track deficiencies via rework lists or logs; stop work if needed, propose remedial actions, and verify corrections.
• Review Value Engineering Change Proposals (VECPs) and ensure coordination with ongoing work.
• Review the Three Week Look Ahead with the superintendent to identify and schedule Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-up inspections; coordinate to identify any testing requirements.
• Chair weekly QC meetings, pre-construction subcontractor meetings, and phase-specific meetings; provide input during design reviews and project kickoffs.
• Attend weekly safety and status meetings.
• Communicate and coordinate between all stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Government QA :

Provide advance notice for phase meetings and allow QA observation of tests (typically 5-10% of CQC tests).

Complete daily QC reports detailing work performed, tests, materials received, submittals reviewed, deficiencies, corrective actions, and safety evaluations. Submit to superintendent for incorporation into the daily report.

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Work Environment

This position operates in both office and field environments. Time will be divided between indoor administrative settings and active construction job sites. This role requires working in dynamic outdoor conditions and may involve exposure to varying weather, uneven terrain, construction equipment, and noise, dust, and other job site-related hazards. PPE and appropriate gear are required on all active job sites.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job :

Benefits

KIC offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401k with match; life and ADD coverage; short and long-term disability; paid time off and holidays; education assistance / tuition reimbursement; employee assistance program; employee discount program, and more. Apply online at our website.

Disclaimer

This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants should adhere to KIC policies, including drug and alcohol testing requirements and background checks as applicable. The salary range is based on factors including experience, education, skills, and market conditions.

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