Quality Control Manager - Federal Construction

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Celebrating 85 Years of Building With Purpose</strong></p> <p>At Absher Construction, we’re proud to celebrate over 85 years as one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected general contractors. As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe our people are our greatest asset and we invest in them like it!  From fully paid medical premiums for employees, to a generous PTO policy, 401(k) and ESOP retirement benefits, we offer a total rewards package that reflects the pride and ownership we bring to every project.</p></div><p>At Absher Construction, quality is not an afterthought. It is built into everything we do.</p> <p>As a Quality Control Manager (QCM), you will lead implementation and execution of a comprehensive project-specific quality control program from notice of award through final completion. You will play a critical role in ensuring every aspect of the work meets contract requirements, owner expectations, and Absher’s standards for excellence, particularly on complex federal, government, and infrastructure projects.</p> <p>This role is ideal for a construction professional who brings deep technical expertise, strong field presence, and a passion for getting it right the first time.</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead execution of project-specific Quality Control programs across all divisions of work</li> <li>Develop, implement, and manage Quality Control Plans, inspection checklists, testing requirements, and Definable Features of Work (DFOWs)</li> <li>Administer the Three-Phase Control process, including preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections</li> <li>Identify quality concerns early and partner with project teams to drive timely resolution</li> <li>Oversee subcontractor QA/QC performance and coordinate with third-party inspectors and testing agencies</li> <li>Manage quality documentation including inspections, testing reports, RFIs, submittals, procurement tracking, punch lists, and closeout documentation</li> <li>Participate in site meetings including pull planning, commissioning, coordination meetings, and owner/consultant meetings</li> <li>Collaborate closely with project teams to support schedule, constructability, and issue resolution</li> <li>Engage directly with owners, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to uphold project quality standards</li> <li>Support and mentor project teams in execution of quality control processes and documentation</li> <li>Participate in site safety audits, orientations, and investigations as needed</li> <li>At times, provide supplemental support in functions typically aligned with project superintendent or project management responsibilities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why You’ll Be Successful</strong></p> <p>You bring hands-on construction knowledge, sound technical judgment, and a disciplined approach to managing quality on complex projects. You know how to anticipate problems before they become issues, hold a high bar for execution, and work collaboratively to deliver successful outcomes.</p> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>10+ years of combined construction experience in roles such as Quality Control Manager, Project Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager</li> <li>At least 4 years of dedicated experience serving in a Quality Control role on complex construction projects</li> <li>Experience supporting projects of similar size and type, including projects valued at $20 million or greater</li> <li>Experience on federal or government projects governed by United States Army Corps of Engineers and/or Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command quality control standards</li> <li>Experience administering Definable Features of Work (DFOW) and the Three-Phase Quality Control process</li> <li>Ability to prepare and manage project-specific Quality Control Plans and associated inspection and testing documentation</li> <li>Working knowledge of United States Army Corps of Engineers safety requirements and federal compliance protocols</li> <li>Ability to obtain, or current possession of, United States Army Corps of Engineers Quality Control Management Certification</li> <li>Eligible for access to secure government work sites; some projects may require U.S. citizenship</li> <li>Comfortable using tablets, mobile tools, and construction software for inspections and reporting</li> <li>Ability to travel to assigned project locations, including commute distances up to approximately 60 miles or two hours from home</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field</li> <li>QCM certification</li> <li>Experience supporting military, federal, healthcare, infrastructure, or other technically complex projects</li> <li>Experience coordinating commissioning, turnover, and owner acceptance processes</li> </ul> <p><strong>Physical Demands</strong></p> <p>This job may be performed in the office or on the jobsite and requires frequent sitting (often working on a computer), frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching.  Heavy lifting may be needed; the employee should be able to lift items up to 40lbs. Due to computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists.  He/she must be able to navigate the jobsite and is expected to…