Construction Quality Program Manager - Regions; Northeast, Midwest, South, West

Decima International is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Construction Quality Program Manager to lead quality assurance and quality control efforts across large-scale data center construction projects for top global technology clients. This leadership role requires deep expertise in construction quality management, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to craft and implement quality procedures spanning the entire project lifecycle—from design through commissioning.

You will serve as the cornerstone of construction quality excellence, mentoring quality professionals, collaborating closely with client teams, and shaping the quality culture of complex multi-regional construction programs. This is a client-facing role that requires strategic thinking, exceptional communication skills, and a deep understanding of data center construction environments.

We are looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, innovative, and capable of balancing technical standards with real-world execution. Join us and help build infrastructure that supports the digital world.

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive construction quality programs across multiple data center projects.
• Design, author, and maintain quality procedures and standards for all phases of the construction lifecycle—from preconstruction to commissioning and closeout.
• Serve as the primary client liaison on all quality-related matters, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, industry standards, and project objectives.
• Oversee and perform quality audits, inspections, and surveillance to ensure work is being executed in compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with construction, engineering, safety, and commissioning teams to proactively identify risks, drive root cause analyses, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Review submittals, RFIs, method statements, and inspection test plans for compliance and clarity.
• Establish quality metrics, tracking tools, and reporting systems to communicate performance to stakeholders.
• Mentor, lead, and develop quality assurance teams, both internally and within the contractor community.
• Drive lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives across projects and programs.
• Coordinate third-party inspections and certifications as required.
• Support contract development, RFP evaluations, and construction partner prequalifications with quality criteria.
• Represent the company in client meetings, presentations, and executive briefings related to construction quality.
• Stay current with industry best practices, codes, and technologies in construction quality and apply them as appropriate.

• 25+ years of construction experience with a strong emphasis on quality assurance and quality control, particularly in mission-critical environments.
• Proven experience managing or directing construction quality programs on large-scale data center or similar high-tech infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of construction processes, including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience developing and implementing QA/QC procedures, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality management systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 principles, as well as other applicable industry standards (ASHRAE, IEEE, IBC, etc.).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills with the ability to influence across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate technical documentation, contractor workmanship, and system installations against quality standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and common construction software tools.
• Proven experience ensuring compliance with both state and federal regulations in construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and practices, with the ability to integrate safety requirements into quality management…