Quality Control Manager

Description

Nemean Solutions, headquartered in Sierra Vista, AZ, is a certified SBA 8(a) Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) and veteran-operated company providing advanced Military Intelligence, Enterprise and Cloud IT services, Cybersecurity, Special Operations Forces (SOF) Exercise and Training, and niche Program Support and Professional Services to Federal and State Agencies supporting the US Government Defense, Intelligence and Aerospace sectors.

Job Overview:

The Quality Control Manager (QCM) is responsible for planning, implementing, and administering the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Program to ensure all contract requirements are met and work is performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), approved plans, specifications, applicable regulations, and industry standards. The QCM serves as the Contractor's primary quality representative and is responsible for managing quality assurance processes, inspections, documentation, corrective actions, and coordination with Government representatives.

The QCM has the authority to identify deficiencies, stop nonconforming work, and implement corrective actions necessary to maintain compliance with contractual quality requirements.

Support Hours: Applicant shall be available during core work hours as established the Government customer.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Contractor Quality Control Program Administration

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Program in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ensure all services and deliverables comply with contract specifications, performance standards, and applicable regulations.
• Establish and maintain quality control procedures, inspection processes, and documentation systems.
• Monitor project performance to verify compliance with approved plans and quality standards.

Inspection and Surveillance

• Conduct and document quality inspections of work activities, processes, and completed deliverables.
• Perform daily surveillance of project operations to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Verify that materials, equipment, and workmanship meet established quality standards.
• Coordinate inspections with Government representatives as required.

Deficiency Management

• Identify quality deficiencies, nonconforming work, and process deviations.
• Develop, track, and verify corrective actions to resolution.
• Maintain logs of deficiencies, corrective actions, and follow-up inspections.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented in a timely and effective manner.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare and maintain quality control reports, inspection records, corrective action reports, and quality metrics.
• Maintain complete and accurate project records demonstrating compliance with contract requirements.
• Submit required quality reports to project management and Government representatives.
• Ensure documentation is organized and readily available for review and audit.

Contract Compliance

• Interpret contract requirements, specifications, and performance standards.
• Ensure project personnel understand and comply with contractual quality requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance to verify compliance with established quality standards.
• Coordinate with project management to resolve quality-related issues.

Coordination and Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for quality control matters.
• Participate in project meetings and provide status updates regarding quality performance.
• Coordinate with the Safety & Health Manager, Project Manager, and operational personnel to ensure integrated project execution.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence.

Training and Process Improvement

• Provide training and guidance to project personnel regarding quality requirements and procedures.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Analyze trends and recurring issues to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality management initiatives.

Competencies: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements/Education:

• Completion of the USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors course; candidates not currently certified must be able to obtain certification as required.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible quality control experience on federal, commercial, or industrial contracts.
• Experience administering Contractor Quality Control programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality management principles, inspection techniques, and corrective action processes.
• Experience preparing technical reports and maintaining quality documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic document management systems.
• Thorough understanding of quality control principles and inspection methodologies.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, contract requirements, and performance standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate with Government representatives, management, and project personnel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to conduct inspections in office, industrial, maintenance, and operational environments.
• Ability to walk, climb stairs, and access work areas for inspection purposes.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors with varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.) as required by project activities.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be eligible to obtain access to secure government facilities through successful completion of background screening.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Experience supporting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), NAVFAC, Department of Defense (DoD), or other federal agency contracts.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Experience managing subcontractor quality programs.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands/Requirements: Frequent walking throughout office, industrial, maintenance, and operational facilities; occasional climbing of stairs, ladders, and elevated work platforms to access inspection areas; standing for extended periods during site inspections; exposure to indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, humidity, and other seasonal conditions; use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and high-visibility apparel, as required by site conditions.

What Nemean Solutions, LLC offers:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, Paid Time Off, sick leave, 401k Retirement Savings plan with company match, and more.

Nemean Solutions is proud to be a Veteran friendly employer and provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal Opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans. Nemean Solutions, LLC will not discriminate against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss or disclose compensation information.

We are a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer and strongly encourage applications from veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.