Quality Control Manager / SSHO Ascension Island - Herndon, VA

VetJobs•Herndon, VA

10d•$125,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Manager / Site Safety & Health Officer (QCM/SSHO) is an on-site leadership team member responsible for implementing project quality and safety requirements in compliance with the contract, Federal regulations, EM 385-1-1, and Government inspection standards. The position supports Arctic Peak’s full renovation of Dormitory 12 at Ascension Auxiliary Airfield, a multiphase project involving demolition, structural and architectural upgrades, utilities, telecommunications, MEP systems, roofing, and final punch-list and closeout activities. The role includes direct coordination with the Title II inspector, field oversight, photographic documentation, lessons-learned tracking, and compliance with drawings, specifications, and the Three-Phase QC process. The position also coordinates quality and safety considerations related to material arrivals, sealift schedules, long-lead items, and major phases of project execution. It works closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent, subcontractors, and Government inspectors to support approvals, inspections, testing, commissioning, and outages.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in construction quality control, site safety, or Federal project execution (USACE, NAVFAC, or similar).
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Safety, or a related field.
Prior experience serving as a QCM, SSHO, or combined QCM/SSHO on Federal construction programs.
Strong working knowledge of the Three-Phase QC process, EM 385-1-1, and Federal construction safety and quality standards.
Demonstrated ability to manage QC documentation, photographic recordkeeping, lessons-learned tracking, and Government submittal review cycles.
Ability to interpret and enforce drawing, specification, and contract requirements while coordinating effectively with the Title II inspector.
OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, and USACE CQM-C certification, or ability to obtain the certification quickly.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on remote or OCONUS Federal construction projects.
Ability to coordinate multi-trade workflows and manage definable features of work under tight, milestone-driven schedules.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across Government, subcontractor, and project leadership teams.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the USACE-mandated Three-Phase Quality Control Program for all definable features of work.
Coordinate directly with the Title II inspector to verify installation quality, resolve field issues, and ensure adherence to contract drawings and specifications.
Maintain QC documentation, including daily reports, deficiency logs, testing records, photographic documentation, lessons-learned logs, and closeout materials.
Ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, Federal safety standards, and contractually mandated safety requirements.
Manage AF IMT 3000 material, equipment, and product submittals, aligning them with Government review cycles and project milestones.
Monitor field activities for compliance with approved submittals, drawings, and specifications, and identify and correct deficiencies promptly.
Conduct daily safety inspections and safety briefings, report incidents, and enforce corrective actions as required.
Collaborate with the Project Manager, Superintendent, subcontractors, and Government inspectors to support approvals, phased inspections, testing, commissioning, and outages.
Exercise stop-work authority when safety or quality standards are not met.
Track QC and safety considerations related to material arrivals, sealift schedules, long-lead items, and major execution phases, including demolition, utilities installation, architectural build-out, MEP systems installation, and closeout.