Quality Assurance Manager - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting is an award-winning consulting firm providing project management, construction management, and technical consulting services for complex federal programs nationwide. As an ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm, we are committed to delivering quality and innovation.

We are seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Manager to oversee quality management activities for federal construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with contract requirements, implementing quality assurance processes, conducting audits and inspections, and driving continuous quality improvement throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate has experience managing quality programs for federal construction projects and a strong understanding of quality management systems and construction best practices.

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or a related field, with 3+ years of relevant experience; 7+ years of directly related experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Experience supporting federal construction, facilities, infrastructure, or capital improvement programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing quality assurance processes, project coordination, or construction quality programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and Microsoft Project.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to effectively engage government clients and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI), International Facility Management Association (IFMA), or similar credentials.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), or other secure federal facilities programs.
• Knowledge of federal construction quality management practices, project controls, and facility lifecycle management.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate FAC-1B and FAC-1C project activities to support planning, execution, and successful project delivery.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Assurance (QA) plans and oversee Contractor Quality Control (CQC) compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage daily quality assurance activities from project initiation through physical and financial closeout, including project closeout documentation such as O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and warranties.
• Monitor project controls, schedules, reporting, quality metrics, risks, and corrective actions to ensure program health and contract compliance.
• Collaborate with government personnel, contractors, project managers, and stakeholders to support planning, quality management, and project coordination.
• Lead QA/QC meetings, prepare project reports and communications, and maintain project procedures, documentation, and reporting processes.
• Support project scheduling, quality documentation, and the interpretation of construction drawings and specifications.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and developing project team members.

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular onsite presence in an active construction environment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections.
• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations.
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities.
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements.
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full

medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected facto