Quality Control Manager
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Washington, DC · Posted September 11, 2026
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About the job
The Opportunity
A full-service general contractor with deep roots in the Washington, DC metro is looking for a Quality Control Manager to lead QA/QC on large-scale federal, institutional, and historic/landmark construction projects. This is a firm whose portfolio includes some of the most recognizable buildings in the country.
What You'd Be Doing
Developing and owning the project's Quality Control Plan, including review and approval of work plans and product submissions
Running the Three-Phase Inspection Program: preparatory meetings/reports, initial phase inspections/reports, follow-up inspections/reports, and final phase inspections/reports
Maintaining a site-specific test log; examining materials and equipment for compliance
Managing the non-compliance log and corrective action program; verifying dimensional requirements against as-built drawings
Preparing, distributing, and maintaining contemporaneous daily reports
Photo-documenting job-site accidents/incidents before the scene is disturbed, coordinating with the Safety Department, and delivering annotated photos within 24 hours
What They're Looking For
Bachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field + 5 years of construction experience (or Associate's degree + 10 years of construction experience)
Working knowledge of QA/QC procedures and practices with the Corps of Engineers
Successful track record in construction practices
Current USACE CQM Management Certificate required
US Citizenship required
Reports to the VP & General Manager, with close day-to-day coordination alongside the onsite Superintendent, PM, and Project Executive