Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Title: Quality Control Manager
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Since 2012, Silver Mountain has performed over $52 million in a variety of construction projects ranging from design-build to repair and renovation in a variety of locations. Silver Mountain manages both task order IDIQ contracts as well as competitive bid and sole source projects, including 100% design, design-build, demolition, facilities repair, DOD fuels systems, and new construction. Silver Mountain is a certified 8(a) small disadvantaged business headquartered in Alaska with offices nationwide.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Quality Control Manager (QCM) will serve on a large USACE renovation project on JBER, AK. The QCM will manage and perform the daily QC responsibilities to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the established minimum standards and specifications. The QCM role includes direct oversight and review of the entire documentation and physical inspection phase of the workflow process. QCM is required to be on site at all times during construction activities and closely coordinate with personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to provide and document a quality product. For USACE projects, the QCM is responsible for preconstruction and closeout submittals and daily QC reports. This position requires working knowledge and proficiency with using the USACE Resident Management System (RMS) for the submission and tracking of RFIs and other project documentation.
The ideal candidate has training and experience performing SSHO duties secondary to QCM requirements, which may include overseeing and ensuring safe working conditions at assigned construction project(s) for all personnel and visitors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leads planning, development, and implementation of the Quality Control Management Plan and system for all work divisions from notice to proceed through final customer acceptance.
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Establishes and leads quality control initiatives, activities, and corrective actions.
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Reviews project specifications for project quality requirements and ensures work performed on site complies with contract requirements.
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Reviews shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications.
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Leverages the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary.
- Coordinates the approval of material submittals and tracks the status of approval to completion.
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Conducts weekly QC meetings with superintendent and other project team members and provides daily QC reports as described in project contract documents.
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Manages Non-Conformance Notices and the Request for Information process through corrective action.
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Manages and resolves issues in conjunction with the project superintendent and the project manager.
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Records daily quality control observations on all construction activities in daily inspection logs and takes photos of progress.
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Creates, updates, and maintains project submittal logs and all other project specific quality control reports.
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Conducts preparatory, initial, and follow up meetings in accordance with three phases of quality control to establish an understanding of the standards of construction desired for each definable feature of work.
- Verifies and documents that all materials received for the project are in conformance with approved submittals and contract specifications. Verifies all onsite materials are handled and stored properly for use on the project.
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Conducts preconstruction meetings with superintendent and all subcontractors prior to the start of each new phase of work.
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Documents and maintains project-specific test and inspection logs. Ensures testing facilities, laboratories, and equipment conform to specification requirements. Verifies testing procedures meet requirements and calibrations are current. Reviews/verifies test reports meet contract requirements.
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Conducts follow up inspections to verify all work is being performed in accordance with the contract documents and the approved project submittals. (Desired results come from what is inspected, not what is expected.)
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Coordinates and documents the testing and commissioning of building systems.
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Records and distributes Contractor punch list items, Government punch list items, and verifies their completion prior to Final inspection.
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Documents final inspections, certificates of occupancy, and acceptance of completed work.
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Maintains the project as-built drawings on a daily basis.
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Assembles and submits project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, training materials, as-builts, warranties, etc.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This position stops work, if necessary, to resolve matters that affect safety or quality.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- A 4-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of 5 years of experience as QCM, Project Engineer, or Construction Manager on large federal/DoD construction/DB renovation projects with multiple designers and construction trades.
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In lieu of a 4-year degree, a minimum of high school diploma or GED plus 7 years functioning as a QCM plus International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector certification on similar federal/DoD construction projects.
Skills and Abilities:
- Must possess a working knowledge of computer systems such as RMS, Adobe Pro (PDF), Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
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High level proficiency in written and verbal communication required. Must be well organized and able to work independently with minimal direction.
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Must have a good understanding of applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements for construction.
Special Requirements:
- USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certificate or ability to obtain at the time of hire.
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Must be able to meet the standards required to obtain and hold general clearance for access to military installations.
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Valid Driver's License compliant with REAL ID ACT.
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Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.
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Must be local to Anchorage / Mat-Su Borough or be willing to relocate.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- OSHA 30 certificate or ability to obtain at the time of hire.
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Knowledge of EM 385-1-1.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. The work involves sitting, walking or standing for brief periods of time. The work may involve exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The position will include prolonged periods of sitting in order to perform administrative duties. This role also requires the ability to climb a ladder up to 35ft high.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The position will require work to be performed indoors and outdoors. The employee will be exposed to various weather conditions. Other hazards include, but are not limited to working near heavy equipment, noise hazards, chemicals, cleaning products, asbestos, lead based paint, contaminated soils, road traffic, etc.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the (Request for Reasonable Accommodation)Request for Reasonable Accommodation (https://northwindgrp.com/careers/request-for-reasonable-accommodation-confidential/) form to get assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.
