Contractor Quality Control System Manager

The Contractor Quality Control System Manager (CQCSM) is responsible for overall implementation and management of the project quality control system and ensuring compliance with the contract documents. The position requires on-site presence at all times during progression of construction activities.

This project offers the opportunity to work with a motivated team in a challenging location to complete major upgrades to the mechanical cooling system of an operational Government facility. The work requires close coordination with Government Operations and Engineering staff members to minimize impacts to the ongoing mission.  Located on Shemya Island, this challenging location requires the ability to be forward thinking and self-managing with the skills necessary to meticulously plan and prepare for upcoming construction activities. The ability to work with a diverse team and communicate with subcontractors, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers representatives, and end users is paramount.

Hire is subject to prior approval of qualifications by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 

• Maintain a presence on the project site while work is performed and take necessary actions to ensure contract compliance. 
• Implement and manage the project-specific Contractor Quality Control Plan (CQCP) in accordance with the USACE 3-phase quality control system.
• Manage and keep current all QC functions in the USACE Resident Management System (RMS3).
• Review contract documents, including plans, specifications, shop drawings, to ensure on-site work meets contract requirements.
• Supervise on-site quality control staff.
• Work with Project Superintendent and subcontractors in preparing and review technical submittals.
• Perform QC inspections at the jobsite, as required to meet contract requirements.
• Manage submittals and requests for information (RFIs).
• Prepare daily Quality Control Reports (QCRs) and submit in the government software database, RMS (Resident Management System), for government review.
• Coordinate and review purchase orders for contract compliance.
• Receive and inspect materials.
• Update the project submittal register, as required.
• Prepare and review RFIs (request for information), including technical RFIs from subcontractors for all disciplines.
• Identify and track quality deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare change orders in coordination with management.
• Review testing reports and plans for all disciplines and input test reports into RMS as required.
• Update the Project Schedule as appropriate, coordinating with management.
• Review and input monthly pay request applications into RMS.
• Update on-site as-built drawings for all disciplines.
• Conduct preparatory phase QC meetings for all definable features of work.
• Manage project turn-over, close out inspections, and punch list.
• Oversee on-site Commissioning team and review related reports for submission to USACE.
• Participate in project meetings, including owner meetings with USACE and other stakeholders, weekly schedule meetings, and weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Required

• Ability to receive U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approval prior to hire.  
• 1) Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management and a minimum five (5) years of construction experience.
  OR
• 2) A minimum of seven (7) years experience in construction quality control and a current International Code Council (ICC) certified Commercial Building Inspector.
• Experience using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Resident Management System (RMS) contract administration software (formerly Quality Control System/QCS).
• Ability to pass a federal government background check, pre-employment drug & alcohol screening, and any other screening required to perform the essential functions of the job. 
• Comprehensive understanding of the USACE 3-Phase Quality Control System.
• Completion of the course entitled Construction Quality Management for Contractors or ability to complete within 30 days of hire.
• Skill in the use of MS Office and Adobe Acrobat at an intermediate level.

Preferred

• Experience on Department of Defense projects for clients such as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Air Force, or NAVFAC.
• Working knowledge of USACE EM-385-1-1, OSHA 1926, 1910, and regulatory requirements pertaining to heavy industrial or commercial construction.
• Completion of the 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety course or ability to complete within 30 days of hire.
• Active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Experience with mechanical or electrical projects.
• Previous experience working in a remote area in any capacity.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to safely perform the essential functions of this position. 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is in a busy construction setting on a remote Alaskan island.  The noise level in the work environment. Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and required to be worn at all times while on-site. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions and will be required to travel in small and large commercial aircraft.

Private jet to Shemya Island will depart from and arrive back in JBER, Alaska. In the event that inclement weather on Shemya Island prevents travel, flights will be postponed until the next suitable weather day.
No more than two 50-lb suitcases will be accepted at JBER terminal to take onto island. Only a laptop, book, or other small personal item will be permitted as a carry-on.

• Ability and willingness to abide by the company’s code of conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Compliance with and understanding and support of the company’s safety culture to ensure a safe work environment.
• Strong knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to the Inupiat culture.
• Ability to remain detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to work with little to no direct supervision
• Ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to comply with, understand, and support ASRC Construction’s safety culture to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of employees or customers. 

• Customer Focus – Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Decision Quality – Makes good decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement.
• Drive for Results – Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully.
• Conflict Management – Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimal noise.

NOTE:  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The statements contained herein are intended to describe the principal functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibilities, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

ASRC Construction is a drug free workplace and pre-employment drug testing is part of the hiring process.

ASRC Construction and its family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other legal protected status.  EEO Poster

ASRC Construction is the construction division of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

 ASRC's family of companies apply a shareholder preference in employment, to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.