Construction Quality Program Manager

CBRE•Indianapolis, IN

42d

About The Position

The Capital Project Quality & Risk Management Engineer is responsible for leading design and construction quality assurance and risk mitigation activities across capital construction projects. This role ensures the execution of robust construction QA/QC plans, promotes regulatory and contract compliance, and fosters continuous improvement in construction performance across capital project portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems required.
Strong ability to read and interpret construction scope documents, including engineering drawings, specifications, submittal packages, RFIs, ESIs, etc.
Demonstrated experience managing construction quality, including contractor oversight and field verification activities.
Familiarity with construction-related codes, standards, regulations, and validation requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and document control platforms.
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with a proactive, inquisitive mindset.

Nice To Haves

Quality or Risk certification (e.g., Six Sigma, CQI, CQE) preferred.
Construction quality oversight in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, life sciences, or advanced manufacturing.
Working within or alongside owner's representative, construction management, or design firms.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific Construction QA/QC Plan aligned with client, regulatory, and internal standards
Ensure engineering design and specifications are aligned with client, regulatory, and internal standards.
Conduct and document construction quality inspections, audits, and risk reviews at key construction phases and milestones.
Perform regular field verification to ensure contractors are executing work in compliance with construction documents, engineering specifications, and approved submittals.
Review and approve subcontractor quality plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and material certifications.
Track and report project construction quality metrics, non-conformities, and corrective/preventive actions.
Collaborate with construction project managers, design teams, and vendors to resolve construction quality and compliance issues.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring construction quality issues and support implementation of preventive measures.
Facilitate lessons learned workshops and integrate findings into continuous improvement strategies.
Support project teams during readiness, turnover, and commissioning phases to ensure all user requirements are met.
Serve as the key liaison for construction quality assurance with internal stakeholders.
Monitor, verify, and communicate construction verification, corrective actions, and remediation status effectively during internal and client meetings.
Ensure safety and environmental policies are incorporated into construction quality practices.