QA/QC Manager

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact! The Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Manager’s role is to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive quality assurance and quality control systems for construction projects. This role ensures that all construction activities meet client, design, and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of quality across the organization. The position is heavily involved in Mission Critical environments and also helps with Health Care and TI projects. The QA/QC Manager will often be involved with several projects simultaneously to monitor progress and quality, assist during critical evolutions and aid in problem solving of emergent issues. This individual will be, in many cases, representing Clune both in project related activities as well as business development settings. Essential Functions: Develop and write project-specific quality control plans, procedures, and audit checklists tailored to construction duties. Develop and manage the implementation and maintenance of project quality plans. Identify and implement corrective actions for quality control deficiencies. Collaborate with design and field teams to address constructability concerns during preconstruction phases. Promote a performance-based culture to meet and exceed team goals while fostering a positive team environment. Train and provide guidance to project teams on QA/QC concepts and processes. Supervisory Responsibilities: The QA/QC Manager mentors, provides guidance, and supervises the QA/QC Team including completion of performance reviews and disciplinary action if applicable. What We Offer At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one) Employee Stock Ownership Plan 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match Employee Assistance Program Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education Fitness Program Pet Insurance Core Values and Behaviors Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind. Job Requirements: Advanced Experience and knowledge of the installation of QA/QC systems, processes and procedures. Proven experience in quality assurance/quality control within the construction industry. Ability to use independent judgment, self‐starting and ability to prioritize based on relevant factors. In-depth understanding of contract specifications, construction methods, and quality standards. Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication abilities. Proficiency with QA/QC tools and software is an asset. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset. Collaborative and capable of driving engagement across diverse teams. Must possess the utmost of personal integrity and have the ability to create and lead an organization’s culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, in order to maintain the superior reputation of the firm Education and Experience: Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or combination of equivalent education and experience Minimum 8 years of experience with responsibility of large commercial construction projects preferred Experience as or working in collaboration with a construction project manager or superintendent preferred Salary Range: $140,000- $157,000 The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process. All candidates must provide a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Summary Location: Chicago, IL Type: Full time