Quality Control Manager

Job Title: Quality Control Manager

Job Description

This role leads the full quality control program for a large-scale, multi‑year renovation project in Fairfax, VA, involving demolition, restructuring, and new vertical construction on a $107 million project. The Quality Control Manager oversees all quality-related activities on site, ensuring that construction work meets contractual, regulatory, and safety standards while coordinating closely with project teams and stakeholders throughout the project’s 3 year duration.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the entire quality control (QC) program for a large renovation and new construction project in Fairfax, VA.
• Oversee quality control for all phases of demolition, restructuring, and new vertical construction work.
• Attend all post-award conferences, Construction Quality Control (CQC) plan meetings, coordination meetings, and mutual understanding meetings to represent the QC function.
• Lead and conduct regular CQC meetings with project stakeholders to review quality standards, progress, and corrective actions.
• 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 construction submittals to ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
• Ensure all required testing is properly scheduled, performed, and documented in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Inspect work in progress and completed work to verify conformance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Interpret and review blueprints, drawings, and specifications to guide quality inspections and identify potential issues.
• Coordinate with project teams, inspectors, and other stakeholders to resolve quality-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, tests, nonconformance reports, and corrective measures throughout the project lifecycle.
• Promote and reinforce OSHA compliance and other safety-related quality requirements on the construction site.
• Support quality requirements on local, state, and federal construction project components as applicable.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and project executives to align quality goals with overall project objectives.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in quality control management on vertical construction projects.
• Hands-on experience implementing and managing a comprehensive construction quality control (CQC) program.
• Ability to perform the three phases of quality control inspections (preparatory, initial, and follow-up).
• Strong knowledge of construction quality standards for local, state, or federal projects.
• Experience with USACE (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) quality control practices or standards.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and construction specifications.
• Experience performing submittal review and approval in a construction environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA compliance requirements on construction sites.
• Experience as a certified Quality Control Manager (QCM) or similar role.
• Qualification as a Professional Engineer (PE) with a degree, or as an experienced inspector with strong tenure in vertical construction.
• Strong inspection skills with the ability to identify nonconformance and recommend corrective actions.
• Effective communication and coordination skills for leading meetings and collaborating with project teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• QC certification or equivalent formal quality control credential.
• Experience working on large-scale renovation or new construction projects.
• Familiarity with testing protocols, documentation standards, and reporting for construction materials and systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers and project executives and to learn from a project leadership.
• Ownership mindset with a focus on project success and continuous improvement.
• Experience with ESOP or employee-ownership cultures is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is based on a construction site in Fairfax, VA, working on a major renovation and new construction project. The role operates on a day shift schedule, five days per week, with daily presence required on site. The environment is fast-paced and field-oriented, involving regular inspections, on-site meetings, and close collaboration with project teams. The organization emphasizes the use of innovative and cutting-edge construction technology and offers a culture where team members think like owners, contribute directly to project outcomes, and have opportunities to grow and learn from experienced project managers and project executives.

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

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $110000.00/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 Jun 19, 2026.

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Salary : $85,000 - $110,000