Quality Control Manager 04038 WCL

Location: Sitka Alaska
Title: Quality Control Manager
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Weldin Construction LLC (WCL) is a multi-disciplinary construction company founded in 1991 specializing in commercial and industrial construction in remote locations with challenging logistical requirements. Weldin Construction has proven performance throughout the United States and the Pacific including projects in Guam Wake Island and Johnston Atoll. Weldin is certified under the SBA HUBZone program with over 25 years of experience headquartered in Alaska with offices nationwide.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The on-site Quality Control Manager (QCM) is responsible for managing and performing daily QC responsibilities on the USCG task order under the IDIQ contract in Sitka AK. This position ensures the project is constructed in accordance with the established minimum standards and specifications. The QCM provides direct oversight and review of the entire documentation and physical inspection phase of the work-flow process and coordination with personnel subcontractors suppliers and clients to provide and document a quality product.

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.
• Establishes and leads quality control initiatives activities and corrective actions.
• Reviews project specifications for project quality requirements and ensures work performed on site complies with contract requirements.
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary. Coordinate the approval of material submittals and track the status of approval to completion.
• Conducts weekly QC meetings with the superintendent and provides daily QC reports as described in project contract documents.
• Manages Non-Conformance Notices and the Request for Information process though corrective action.
• Manages and resolves issues in conjunction with the project superintendent and the project manager.
• Records daily quality control observations on all construction activities in daily inspection logs and takes photos of progress.
• Creates updates and maintains project submittal logs and all other project specific quality control reports.
• Conducts preparatory initial and follow up meetings 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.
• Conducts preconstruction meetings with the superintendent and all subcontractors prior to the start of each new phase of work.
• Documents and maintains project specific test and inspection logs. Ensures testing facilities laboratories and equipment conform to specification requirements. Verifies testing procedures meet requirements calibrations are current and reviews/verifies test reports meet contract requirements.
• 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).
• Coordinates and documents the testing and commissioning of building systems.
• Records and distributes Contractor punch list items Government punch list items and verifies their completion prior to Final inspection.
• Documents final inspections certificates of occupancy and acceptance of completed work.
• Maintains the project as-built drawings on a daily basis.
• Assembles and submits project closeout documents that include O&M manuals as-builts and warranties.
• Stops work if necessary to resolve matters that affect safety or quality.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least five (5) years of recent experience on at least five (5) multi-million design-bid-build federal renovation projects with multiple trades.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience implementing the USACE Three Phases of Quality Control.
• Must possess a working knowledge of computer systems such as Adobe Microsoft Excel Outlook and Word.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and a high-level proficiency in written and verbal communication to discuss work requirements with project stakeholders including client staff and subcontractors.
• Must be a self-starter well organized and able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Able to be flexible and adapt to constant change.
• Knowledge of acceptable construction site practices including occupational safety and health regulations.
• Able to understand and implement applicable local state and federal codes and regulations.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to meet the standards required to obtain and hold general clearance for access to military installations.
• Valid Drivers License compliant with REAL ID ACT.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Must be local to Sitka AK or willing to relocate.
• Work schedule is six days / week 10 hours / day.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certificate or ability to obtain at the time of hire.
• Federal / DoD construction project experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. The position will include prolonged periods of sitting in order to perform administrative duties.

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. Work in a remote location onsite in Sitka AK throughout the project duration.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
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.

Candidates who reside in SBA designated HUBZone areas will be given special consideration.

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 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.