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JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Control Manager (QCM) is responsible for overseeing and managing the quality control program for construction projects, ensuring full compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulations. The QCM designs, implements, monitors quality control processes, while also leading inspections and audits. This position is primarily remote, with travel required to the project site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for managing and implementing the project Quality Control program and has the authority to act on all project quality control matters.
• Develop and implement quality control plans tailored to each specific project, considering the scope, client needs, and potential risks.
• Direct inspections and audit programs, initiate corrective actions based on data or customer input review.
• Ensure that procedures and processes initiated and performed by project employees are done following safety procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the project team, ensuring they understand quality control expectations and adhere to the required standards.
• Monitor and ensure the project complies with all relevant quality standards, regulations, and client specifications.
• Conduct periodic follow up inspections to verify that work is proceeding in accordance with the contract documents and the approved submittals.
• Review and approve all quality-related project documentation, including testing and inspection reports, calibration certificates, and contractor submittals.
• Coordinate and lead project site meetings for quality control.
• Organize and maintain quality documentation for the project team and provide it to the client.
• Assist with managing daily quality control project reporting, including timekeeping, environmental and permit compliance, and daily QC reports.
• Prepare correspondence as needed.
• Work with the Project Management team on updates to the project schedule.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders regarding quality control issues, providing timely responses and resolving concerns efficiently.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination among all project participants.
• Become thoroughly acquainted with the requirements of each project contract you work on.
• Stay current with industry developments, new standards, and best practices in quality control to improve processes and recommend innovations for future projects.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may supervise Quality Control personnel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of quality control principles, methodologies, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with construction and manufacturing quality control guidelines and best practices.
• Understanding of environmental, health, and safety regulations related to quality control in construction or industrial environments.
• Understanding of project lifecycle stages and the quality control requirements at each stage.
• Familiarity with testing methods, inspection processes, and quality certification standards related to materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of the USACE RMS system at an advanced level is preferred.
• Knowledge of job costing and accounting procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of computer-based construction and scheduling programs preferred.
• Adequate knowledge of database software, spreadsheet software, scheduling software, job costing software, and word processing software. Microsoft packages preferred.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with employees, business partners, and clients via written and verbal communication.
• Ability to mentor and develop staff, ensuring they meet quality standards and work efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others in a friendly and positive manner.
• Ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems and concepts, both logical and interpersonal, and make decisions based on available information. Ability to use judgment and discretion.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively plan and organize duties to meet deadlines.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and finding solutions to quality-related challenges on-site.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to assess and identify potential quality issues before they become problems.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings, including host preparation meetings.
• Ability to travel to project sites for extended periods.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret construction documents such as drawings, specifications, shop drawings, codes, and standards, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and compute rate, ratio, and percentage, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to interpret and communicate project plans and drawings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of working in arctic conditions and remote Alaska

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quality Control, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of construction experience required.
• 1-3 years of experience in quality control or a similar role within the construction industry.
• 1-3 years of quality experience with government contracts or government-awarded projects.
• Completion of the Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQMC) course.
• Experience using the USACE RMS program.
• Ability to be approved by USACE as Quality Manager on specific project
• Valid state driver's license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company's Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Brice Builders has a fast-paced multi-tasking environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. This is a field-based position. At times, work is performed outside of the office at indoor and outdoor job sites. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate field support or bid processing may be necessary.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.