Job Title: Quality Control Manager Construction (Contract-to-Hire)Job DescriptionThis contract-to-hire Quality Control Manager role oversees a long-term federal construction project focused on building a new visitor center and demolishing the existing facility. The position leads all quality control activities from project start through completion, ensuring that work meets contract requirements, federal standards, and safety regulations. The role offers mostly 40-hour workweeks and involves close collaboration with project teams, subcontractors, and government representatives to deliver a high-quality, compliant, and well-documented project.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all quality control activities for the construction of a new visitor center and subsequent demolition of the existing building, from project initiation through completion.
- Conduct preparatory, initial, and follow-up meetings for each definable feature of work to establish and communicate standards of care and quality expectations.
- Verify that plans, procedures, and appropriate document checklists are used, properly completed, and signed off before starting each definable feature of work in accordance with the submittal register.
- Confirm and document that all materials received conform to approved submittals, are handled and stored correctly, and are acceptable for use in the project.
- Lead required coordination meetings with the superintendent, foremen, and subcontractors prior to the start of each new phase of work, and document these meetings in the daily quality control report.
- Notify appropriate government personnel of required meetings, inspections, and key activities, and ensure all communications are accurately recorded.
- Independently review plans, specifications, construction cost data, and other contract documents to identify potential quality risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications, using both direct review and the expertise of other project team members when needed.
- Independently perform specified or required tests to verify that quality control measures are adequate and that work conforms to contract requirements.
- Oversee subcontractor work to ensure compliance with quality standards, contract specifications, and safety regulations.
- Collaborate closely with the project superintendent to maintain accurate and up-to-date project as-built drawings on a daily basis.
- Develop, update, and maintain the project submittal log and all project-specific quality control reporting using the Construction Contractor Module of RMS (QCS) throughout the contract period.
- Prepare and submit clear, detailed daily quality control reports that document work activities, verify conformance with project standards, and address any non-conformances.
- Schedule all required inspections, document results, and maintain a comprehensive inspection log to demonstrate compliance with contract requirements.
- Clearly document non-conformances, ensure corrective actions are implemented, and re-inspect work before it is covered or advanced.
- Verify that all necessary inspections, approvals, and certifications by appropriate agencies are completed and properly documented.
- Assemble, organize, and submit all project closeout documents in accordance with contract requirements.
- Exercise discretion and authority to stop work when necessary to address safety concerns, quality issues, or conditions that inhibit logical progress of work.
- Advise project leadership on changes to methods and materials to improve quality, efficiency, or compliance with project requirements.
- Utilize construction software tools, including Procore and QCS, to manage submittals, documentation, and reporting, and support continuous improvement of quality control programs.
- Effectively manage time and priorities to meet deadlines, support field activities, and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
- Communicate professionally in writing and verbally with project stakeholders, including internal team members, subcontractors, and government representatives.
Essential Skills
- At least 5 years of construction management experience on federal projects, including direct field oversight of construction site activities.
- Demonstrated experience working on building construction projects.
- Proven experience establishing and maintaining effective quality control systems in compliance with contract requirements on federal projects.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
- Current Quality Control Manager (QCM) certification.
- Current credentials showing completion of the course Construction Quality Management for Contractors offered by USACE or an equivalent provider.
- Procore experience with submittals and construction project documentation.
- Strong knowledge of project plans, specifications, shop drawings, samples, and testing procedures as they relate to quality control management.
- Working knowledge of construction materials, methods, terminology, phases, and documentation, as well as tools used in construction, repair, or remodeling of structures and sites.
- Good understanding of administrative and management principles related to project planning, resource allocation, leadership, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
- Proficiency with computer software commonly used in the construction industry.
- Ability to utilize existing quality control programs and to create and administer new QC programs as needed.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner both verbally and in writing.
- OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety & Health training completed within the last 5 years.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience using RMS Construction Contractor Module (QCS) or similar quality control management systems.
- Experience collaborating with government agencies and representatives on federal construction projects.
- Ability to analyze construction cost data and contract documents to identify quality and compliance risks.
- Demonstrated ability to constructively address non-conformances and drive corrective actions to resolution.
- Strong attention to detail in documentation, inspection logs, and daily quality control reporting.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and project teams.
- Comfort working with digital tools and platforms for plans, specifications, shop drawings, and submittal management.
- Capability to advise on alternative methods and materials to improve quality and project outcomes.
Work EnvironmentThis role supports a long-term federal construction project involving the construction of a new visitor center and the demolition of an existing facility, with work expected to extend through approximately spring or summer of 2027. The position typically involves working mostly 40 hours per week, with travel and on-site presence at the project location required. The work environment is primarily field-based at an active construction site, complemented by office-based tasks such as documentation, reporting, and coordination. You will regularly interact with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and government personnel, and you will use industry-standard construction technologies including Procore and the RMS Construction Contractor Module (QCS) for submittal tracking and quality control reporting. The role requires adherence to construction safety practices and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment while on site. Work may include attending and leading meetings, performing inspections and tests, and updating as-built drawings and quality control records in both field and office settings. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, IA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $63.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, IA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,IA.About Actalent
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