Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Manager - Federal Construction

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas delivers Contractor Quality Control management on complex federal construction projects — ground-up, multistory buildings that can include structural steel and mass timber, high-performance envelopes, advanced mechanical / electrical / plumbing systems, and specialized research or laboratory facilities, often pursuing LEED and the Federal Guiding Principles. The CQC Manager leads the federal three-phase quality-control program end to end — preparatory, initial, and follow-up control, submittal and materials management, testing and special-inspection coordination, and commissioning support — while serving as the on-site Site Safety and Health Officer. Success is a fully compliant, well-documented quality program that earns Government acceptance the first time and delivers systems that perform on turnover.

Core Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and manage the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) program per the federal contract quality requirements (UFGS three-phase control / FAR 52.246-12); maintain a physical presence at the work site at all times.

• Lead the three phases of control (preparatory, initial, follow-up) for each Definable Feature of Work; conduct weekly QC meetings and the coordination and mutual-understanding meeting.

• Review and approve submittals; manage the submittal register and source / factory QC, including Government-approval ('G') items.

• Ensure inspection and testing are performed; coordinate the accredited testing laboratory, independent testing / certification agencies, and the Special Inspector / Special Inspector of Record.

• Manage hold and witness points and 7- and 14-day notifications to the Government QAR; issue Certificates of Readiness.

• Maintain daily CQC reports, the deficiency / rework (NCR) list, root-cause and corrective actions, training and certification logs, and as-built documentation.

• Serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) under EM 385-1-1; support LEED / sustainability and indoor-air-quality requirements.

• Coordinate whole-building and building-enclosure commissioning with the Government-led Commissioning Provider; support functional performance testing and closeout.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent additional experience in lieu of a degree.

• Minimum 10 years combined experience as Project Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager on similar size and type construction contracts that included the major trades of the assigned project.

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Contractor QC Manager.

• Additional directly relevant years accepted in lieu of a degree; advanced credentials (PE / PMP) a plus.

• Federal three-phase quality-control experience (USACE / NAVFAC / UFGS) strongly preferred.

• Strongly preferred: experience as QC Manager on a new, ground-up, multistory laboratory, research, or similarly complex technical building exceeding 15,000 SF, substantially completed within the last 8 years (federal preferred), plus hands-on MEP, laboratory-airflow, and building-control-systems experience.

• Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 and ability to serve as SSHO — hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability.

• Ability to obtain and maintain federal facility site access; must read, write, and speak fluent English (contract requirement).

• Certifications: USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors — current or obtainable within 90 days of award (required); OSHA-30 and EM 385-1-1 / SSHO qualification (required); CESCL, ICC / ACI, or specialty QC (HDPE fusion, coatings inspection) a plus.

• Administrative / report writing: daily QC reports, three-phase control documentation, submittal registers, NCR and corrective-action tracking, Certificates of Readiness.

• Software: Procore (submittals, RFIs, three-phase control); Primavera P6 or MS Project (schedule); MS Office; USACE RMS / QCS a plus.

• Industry / regulatory knowledge: federal construction (FAR 52.246-12), UFGS, EM 385-1-1, special inspections (IBC / ACI / AISC), and building commissioning; working knowledge of laboratory and specialized process / life-support systems, ASHRAE 110, and NSF/ANSI 49 a strong plus.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

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Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

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Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

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Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

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Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

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Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

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Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

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Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

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Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

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Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

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Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

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Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

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Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Manager

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Compensation: $120,000 - $170,000 annual salary

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!

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