Construction Quality Control Manager

About Us

When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields - each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.


At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences - then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!


Position Location

This position is based in Gig Harbor, WA and will support project sites throughout the NAVFAC Northwest AO.


Job Overview

This position reports to the Quality Control Manager to ensure compliance of the Construction Quality Assurance Plan as it is administered in the execution of construction projects. This position is responsible for assisting with project planning, procurement and project submittals in support of Chugach construction projects. The Project Engineer Tech will be expected to provide technical support on site and assist with administrating oversight of the Quality Control and Project Management applications, ensuring the accuracy for project related information and distributing information timely and professionally.


Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties:

• Develop, implement, and enforce the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan in alignment with NAVFAC and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), including the Three-Phase Quality Control System (Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up phases).
• Conduct daily quality control inspections, audits, and testing to verify compliance with project plans, specifications, drawings, and federal regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS, and EM 385-1-1 safety manual).
• Manage subcontractor and vendor performance, ensuring their work meets quality standards; review and approve submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive quality control documentation, including daily reports, deficiency logs, punch lists, submittal registers, and corrective action plans; track and resolve non-conformances promptly.
• Coordinate with NAVFAC representatives, project managers, superintendents, and engineers to facilitate preparatory meetings, resolve quality issues, and support project milestones.
• Oversee health and safety integration with quality control, including developing site-specific safety plans, conducting hazard analyses, and ensuring adherence to OSHA and NAVFAC safety protocols.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets related to quality activities; identify potential variances and recommend corrective measures to maintain project timelines and costs.
• Interface with third-party testing labs and inspectors; manage material testing (e.g., concrete, soil, welding) and ensure results meet NAVFAC criteria.
• Support change order processes by evaluating quality impacts and providing documentation for claims or modifications.
• Promote continuous improvement by analyzing quality data, conducting root cause analyses for deficiencies, and implementing lessons learned from previous NAVFAC projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build collaborative relationships with NAVFAC officials, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, conducting meetings, and resolving disputes.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Autodesk BIM 360, or NAVFAC-specific tools like RMS and eCMS) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project).
• Advanced analytical skills for data gathering, variance analysis, and quality trend identification.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments, including outdoor construction sites with varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and physical demands (e.g., lifting up to 40 lbs., conducting inspections).
• Commitment to ethical practices, with a focus on integrity in federal contracting and compliance with anti-corruption standards (e.g., FCPA).

Job Requirements

Mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field;
• Equivalent experience may be considered (Fifteen (15) years in federal construction without a degree).
• Minimum of eight (8)years of experience in federal construction quality control, with five (5) years specifically on NAVFAC or similar military/federal projects (USACE, VA, or GSA).
• Current USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification; NAVFAC-specific training or certification is highly preferred.
• Proven experience managing quality control on federal subcontracts, including familiarity with NAVFAC's Red Zone processes, eCMS (electronic Construction Management System), and RMS (Resident Management System).
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, environmental compliance (e.g., NEPA, stormwater management), and sustainable construction practices (e.g., LEED or UFGS sustainability requirements).
• Eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance (e.g., Secret level) and ability to pass background checks.
• Valid U.S. passport for potential overseas assignments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed, including remote or international locations.
• Must be able to successfully pass all prehire background and drug testing.

Preferred:

• Professional certifications such as Construction Quality Control Manager (CQCM), LEED Accredited Professional, or ASQ Certified Quality Manager.
• Experience with specialized NAVFAC projects, such as waterfront facilities, military housing, or secure installations.
• Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital quality control tools.

Working Conditions:

• This role involves a mix of office-based work and on-site inspections. Exposure to construction hazards, noise, dust, and inclement weather is common.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to conduct site walks, climb ladders, and carry inspection equipment.

Disclosures

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.


Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email .

Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.