Assistant Quality Manager

Webcor is seeking an Assistant Quality Manager to support the development and implementation of quality assurance and quality control processes for construction projects, ensuring compliance with established standards and client specifications.

About the role

This position involves collaborating with project managers, engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies to monitor construction activities, conduct inspections, and verify compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and implementing quality management systems and processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Collaborates with project teams to establish quality objectives and oversees quality assurance activities.
• Conducts regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and ensures adherence to quality standards.
• Manages and resolves quality issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Prepares detailed quality reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices, ensuring all projects meet necessary compliance requirements.
• Coordinates with multiple departments, including project management and engineering, to support quality initiatives.
• Provides training and support to staff on quality assurance processes and procedures.
• Fosters strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success.
• Assists in preparing for audits by regulatory bodies and clients, ensuring all construction activities comply with legal and contractual requirements.
• Participates in team and Owner meetings; provides summary updates of the status of the quality program.
• Mentors more junior staff.
• Handles other special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in quality management, engineering, or a related field or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in quality management, quality assurance as a Building Inspector, Inspector of Record (IOR), or special inspector with a minimum ICC master special Inspector certification and experience in both public and private sector projects.
• Certification such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), International Code Council (ICC), NAVFAC CQM, ICC Combination Inspector, HCAI Class A IOR, or DSA Class 1 or 2 IOR certification is preferred.

Skills

• Solid understanding of three-phase QC and Built-In Quality.
• Proven knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and standards (e.g., ISO, HCAI, DSA, NAVFAC/USACE CQM).
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Quality Management software; ability to learn new software quickly.
• Strong understanding of jurisdictional processes and compliance.
• Proven understanding of applicable codes, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing closeout and commissioning of projects.
• Capable of analyzing data, identifying trends, and offering insights into quality improvements.
• Ability to effectively lead, develop, and mentor junior staff while building and maintaining team morale.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to address audiences of various sizes.
• Working knowledge of decision quality and use of sound judgment.
• Customer-focused with the ability to work cohesively with others.
• Awareness, ability, and humility to escalate issues or conflicts with minimal Project Manager involvement.
• Ability to build strong business relationships and tap into personal networks as needed.
• Strong initiative and accountability for work deliverables.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and ensuring transparency in quality processes.
• Ability to identify and address safety issues.

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, use construction personnel hoists, climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; ability to sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly works on-site at construction work sites exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.
• Exposure to moderate to very loud noise levels in work environments.

Pay

Range of base pay is $120,000–$135,000. Actual pay is based on individual skill level and experience.