Quality Control Manager - Federal Construction Projects

Are you detail-oriented, methodical, and passionate about building projects that meet the highest standards? A growing federal contractor is seeking a Construction Quality Control Manager (CQCM) to oversee interior federal construction projects in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, compliance, and accountability — and who takes pride in ensuring every aspect of construction meets rigorous federal requirements.

This role is located in DC. Consideration for a travel 1099 candidate may be given and salary will be adjusted accordingly.  Local candidates are preferred.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and perform daily quality control responsibilities across multiple federal construction projects.

• Lead preparatory, initial, and follow-up QC meetings to align all stakeholders on standards of care.

• Review contracts, subcontracts, plans, and specifications to ensure project procedures meet requirements.

• Maintain the project submittal log and other QC documentation.

• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications.

• Chair and document weekly QC meetings with clear written minutes.

• Produce daily QC reports and identify/resolve non-conformances in a timely manner.

• Verify and document material compliance, storage, and acceptability for use on projects.

• Coordinate and document the testing and commissioning of building systems.

• Perform QC testing and inspections in line with contract requirements and industry best practices.

What You Bring

• 5–10 years of construction quality control experience on interior federal projects.

• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers “Construction Quality Management for Contractors” Certification (required).

• U.S. citizenship (DoD clearance strongly preferred).

• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques.

• Ability to interpret contracts, specs, and plans with a critical eye for detail.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Bonus Points For:

• OSHA or other safety certifications.

• Proven track record managing QC on projects with general contractors.

• Experience coordinating testing, commissioning, and close-out documentation.

The Details

• Location: Washington, D.C. metro area (onsite federal projects).

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday with overtime as needed.

• Compensation: Competitive salary with performance incentives (commensurate with experience).

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid leave, and professional development support.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to step into a role where your attention to detail directly impacts mission-critical federal projects. If you’re a construction professional who values structure, compliance, and accountability — this is a place where your expertise will shine.