Quality Control Manager

Quality Control Manager

Oversee the Quality Control program for federal and military construction projects, ensuring the development, implementation, and maintenance of project Quality Control Plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project Quality Control Plans.
• Manage submittal registers, testing logs, inspection reports, deficiency logs, and rework tracking.
• Conduct and lead Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections as part of the Three Phases of Control process.
• Coordinate testing, inspections, and quality documentation with project teams, subcontractors, and government representatives.
• Manage project closeout documentation, as-built records, warranties, and turnover packages.
• Utilize RMS, ECMS, NAVFAC, and/or USACE quality management systems as required.
• Ensure all work complies with contract documents, project specifications, and government quality standards.
• Lead QC meetings and provide quality-related project reporting.
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers, Superintendents, Owners, and Government personnel.

Essential Skills

• 2-5 years of Quality Control experience preferred.
• Experience supporting NAVFAC, USACE, DoD, or other federal construction projects highly preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills required.
• Experience maintaining Quality Control Plans, testing logs, submittal registers, and project closeout documentation.
• Experience with RMS and/or ECMS strongly preferred.
• Military construction experience highly preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Quality control expertise, OSHA 30, QCM, Construction Quality Control (CQC) Management on federal/military construction projects.
• Veteran, Seabee, or Army Corps/Combat Engineer background considered a plus.
• OSHA 30, EM-385 40-Hour, Competent Person Certifications, and Hazwoper training are preferred but not required.

Work Environment

Project schedules vary, generally following either a 4/10 or 5/8 schedule with typical work hours starting between 5:30 AM and 7:00 AM. Most initial projects will be located throughout Southern California, including San Diego County, where per diem or mileage reimbursement may not apply for local assignments. For projects outside San Diego County, employees may be eligible for per diem in accordance with applicable project requirements and GSA guidelines. Potential project locations include China Lake, 29 Palms, Yuma, El Centro, Los Angeles, Travis AFB, and other military installations. The client is open to candidates outside California, particularly those experienced in federal construction who regularly travel from project to project. The company offers a supportive, safety-first culture with a continuous work pipeline and opportunities for growth within a respected federal contractor team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 Jul 16, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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