• Construction Quality Control Manager

    Actalent (San Diego, CA)


    Job Description

    The Construction Quality Control Manager is responsible for overseeing and enforcing quality control on all aspects of the project to ensure compliance with contract specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards. This role involves direct coordination with the Project Manager, Superintendent, subcontractors, and client representatives. The position reports directly to the CEO to maintain independence from productivity and scheduling pressures.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage and implement the project’s Quality Control (QC) Plan.

    + Create, update, and maintain the project submittal log and QC reports.

    + Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications.

    + Chair and document weekly QC meetings and submit daily QC reports; maintain complete inspection documentation.

    + Conduct preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections for each definable feature of work.

    + Verify subcontractor work meets specifications; issue and track corrective actions for non-conformance.

    + Schedule and document all required code and third-party inspections.

    + Coordinate and document testing and commissioning of building systems.

    + Maintain 'as-built' drawings throughout the project and manage final turnover documentation.

    Essential Skills

    + Federal project quality control experience, ideally with NAVFAC or USACE experience

    + Certified Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors (USACE/NAVFAC) required or ability to obtain before project start.

    + Minimum 5 years of experience as a QCM on federal construction projects of increasing complexity.

    + Minimum 10 years of experience as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager on $10M+ NAVFAC/DOD projects.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.

    + Familiarity with Quality Control Software (QCS).

    + Strong knowledge of EM 385-1-1 safety compliance requirements.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe/Bluebeam, and PDF editing.

    + Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and schedules (P6).

    + OSHA certifications (30-hour minimum), familiar with EM-385.

    + Client references from federal contracting officers (NAVFAC/DLA 'gold standard').

    + Safety certifications beyond OSHA (fall protection, heavy equipment, etc.).

    + HVAC/fire protection/federal-specific technical knowledge.

    + Experience with site safety responsibility.

    + Ability to balance strong communication with documentation detail.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This role is based in Tracy, CA, on a federal design/build project, converting part of an existing warehouse into a temperature-controlled storage unit with racking, HVAC, sprinklers, and electrical systems integrated into the existing infrastructure.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/hr.

     

    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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.