Federal Construction Quality Manager (CQM)

TIDEWATER INC•North Charleston, SC

1d•$90,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Tidewater, Inc. is seeking a Federal Construction Quality Manager (CQM) for the FLETC Charleston Construction Contract. This is a high-visibility federal project where precision, leadership, and accountability are critical. The CQM will play a pivotal role in delivering complex renovations within a premier training center for federal law enforcement. This role involves leading impactful work on a secure federal campus, guiding teams, driving safety and quality, and ensuring mission success for the client. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, secure environments and is ready to take ownership of every aspect of field execution. Tidewater was founded in 1983 and has grown to over 140 employees across three divisions: environmental consulting, facilities, and construction. The company has eight offices throughout the United States and personnel working internationally. Tidewater manages over 75 multi-year government contracts and approximately 1,000 projects annually for various clients. The company prides itself on its diverse employee base, including project managers, engineers, scientists, health physicists, industrial hygienists, and various field technicians. Tidewater's core values are integrity, collaboration, innovation, growth, and service. The organization's Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion framework promotes fair treatment and full participation, fostering a positive work culture of trust, respect, and engagement.

Requirements

10+ years’ experience supervising commercial, institutional, or federal construction projects.
5 years’ experience as a QC Manager on United States Military or Federal agency construction contracts of comparable cost, type, and complexity.
Proficiency with construction software (Procore preferred), MS Project or Primavera, and Microsoft 365.
OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain within 30 days) and current First Aid/CPR.
Familiarity with safety standards listed in EM 385 1-1 and/or OSHA 1926.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and DHS/FLETC background/suitability for site access.
Physical ability to conduct field walks, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs intermittently.

Nice To Haves

Experience with RS Means as an estimating tool is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan in strict accordance with contract requirements.
Serve as the primary quality representative to the Government and ensure full compliance with plans, specifications, and federal construction standards.
Lead and document Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections for all definable features of work.
Verify materials, equipment, and workmanship prior to installation and enforce hold points and testing requirements.
Ensure compliance with U.S. Military and Federal construction administrative processes.
Enforce contract specifications, submittal requirements, and documentation protocols.
Maintain familiarity with USACE EM 385-1-1 and OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards.
Provide technical oversight across all major construction trades, verifying installations meet approved submittals and design intent.
Review and approve submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, material certifications, and test reports prior to Government submission.
Maintain complete and accurate daily QC reports and track deficiencies and corrective actions to closure.
Schedule and coordinate third-party testing, inspections, and commissioning activities.
Ensure testing documentation is complete and compliant prior to Government review.
Identify, document, and resolve non-conformance reports (NCRs).
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Manage punch list development and closeout.
Support hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability initiatives.
Coordinate closely with the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to ensure safe execution of work.
Interface directly with the Government COR, facility representatives, and subcontractors.
Attend quality meetings and provide status updates.
Support IDIQ task order execution and closeout activities.
Ensure completion of as-built documentation, warranties, O&M manuals, and quality records.
Support substantial completion and final acceptance processes.