North Wind Group

Location: Hagatna, Guam
Title: Quality Control Manager
Schedule (FT/PT): FT
Travel Required: As Needed
Clearance: Ability to Obtain


Weldin Construction, LLC (WCL) is a multi-disciplinary construction company founded in 1991 specializing in commercial and industrial construction in remote locations with challenging logistical requirements. Weldin Construction has proven performance throughout the United States and the Pacific, including projects in Guam, Wake Island, and Johnston Atoll. Weldin is certified under the SBA HUBZone program with over 25 years of experience headquartered in Alaska with offices nationwide.



POSITION PURPOSE:

The Quality Control Manager (QCM) is responsible for managing and performing the daily QC responsibilities to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the established minimum standards and specifications. The QCM role includes direct oversight and review of the entire documentation and physical inspection phase of the work-flow process and coordination with personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to provide and document a quality product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Leads planning, development, and implementation of the Quality Control Management Plan and system for all work divisions from notice to proceed through final customer acceptance.
  • Establishes and leads quality control initiatives, activities, and corrective actions.
  • Reviews project specifications for project quality requirements and ensures work performed on site complies with contract requirements.
  • Reviews shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary. Coordinate the approval of material submittals and track the status of approval to completion.
  • Conducts weekly QC meetings with the superintendent and provides daily QC reports as described in project contract documents.
  • Manages Non-Conformance Notices and the Request for Information process though corrective action.
  • Manages and resolves issues in conjunction with the project superintendent and the project manager.
  • Records daily quality control observations on all construction activities in daily inspection logs and takes photos of progress.
  • Creates, updates and maintains project submittal logs and all other project specific quality control reports.
  • Conducts preparatory, initial and follow up meetings to establish an understanding of the standards of Construction desired for each definable feature of work. Verifies and documents that all materials received for the project are in conformance with approved submittals, and contract specifications. Verifies all onsite materials are handled and stored properly for use on the project.
  • Conducts preconstruction meetings with the superintendent and all subcontractors prior to the start of each new phase of work.
  • Documents and maintains project specific test and inspection logs. Ensures testing facilities, laboratories, and equipment conform to specification requirements. Verifies testing procedures meet requirements, calibrations are current, and reviews/verifies test reports meet contract requirements.
  • Conducts follow up inspections to verify all work is being performed in accordance with the contract documents and the approved project submittals (Desired results come from what is inspected, not what is expected).
  • Coordinates and documents the testing and commissioning of building systems.
  • Records and distributes Contractor punch list items, Government punch list items, and verifies their completion prior to Final inspection.
  • Documents final inspections, certificates of occupancy and acceptance of completed work.
  • Maintains the project "as-built" drawings on a daily basis.
  • Assembles and submits project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, “as-builts” and warranties.
  • Stops work, if necessary, to resolve matters that affect safety or quality.
  • Other Duties as Assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

  • A graduate of a four-year accredited college or university program in one of the following disciplines: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or Building Science.
  • Familiar with the requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1, and experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Project Superintendent, QC Manager, Project Manager, Project Engineer or Construction Manager on similar size and type construction contracts which included the major trades that are part of this Contract.
  • Must have completed the course entitled “Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors: and maintain a current certificate
  • Experience in Government contracting with NAVFAC Pacific and/or USACE.
  • DoD Construction experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Must possess a working knowledge of Adobe Pro, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • High level proficiency of written and verbal communication required. Must be well organized and be able to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Must have a good understanding of applicable construction laws for local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.

Special Requirements:

  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Applicants are required to have REAL ID ACT compliant documentation at time of hire and nothing on record that would prohibit you from gaining access to military installations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. The position will include prolonged periods of sitting in order to perform administrative duties.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The position will require work to be performed indoors and outdoors. The employee will be exposed to various weather conditions. Other hazards include, but are not limited to working near heavy equipment, noise hazards, chemicals, cleaning products, asbestos, lead based paint, contaminated soils and road traffic.

Candidates who reside in SBA designated HUBZone areas will be given special consideration.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

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