Project Quality Manager

Project Quality Manager

Location:

Seattle/Federal Way, Washington. Salary range: $155,000 - $175,000, based on experience.

This full‑time, on‑site position supports projects in the Pacific Northwest, such as Sound Transit’s future light rail system expansion.

• Lead and manage the overall quality function on the project.
• Develop, implement, and monitor the quality plans and procedures for the design‑build project management team.
• Oversee the progressive design‑build contractor’s quality management program, spanning design, construction, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Oversee and direct quality management on projects from conception to completion.
• Prepare quality plans, procedures, and checklists.
• Review quality plans and procedures from contractors.
• Maintain schedules of quality‑related work activities.
• Obtain and maintain all safety‑related certifications to perform field work.
• Participate in preparatory, initial, and follow‑up phase meetings for work elements.
• Coordinate inspections of the work and materials, review all work by contractors.
• Oversee and review work of supplier facilities and material testing labs.
• Issue or monitor daily inspection reports.
• Prepare documentation and reports pertaining to work progress.
• Track quality findings, monitor compliance with requirements.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate construction risks.
• Develop and deliver quality management system training to project personnel.
• Plan, conduct, and close out audits and surveillance activities to verify compliance with quality programs.
• Issue and track nonconformance reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Participate in punchlist walk‑downs and assist with project closeout activities.
• Work in person at the project team office/colocation space and on the construction site as appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years’ experience as a Construction Quality Manager, Construction Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or QC Supervisor on large scale public works and federal construction projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft MS365 tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Technical reporting and writing skills; ability to display data and prepare presentations suited to the audience.
• Ability to analyze complex data and situations and resolve issues using sound, professional judgment.

• ASQ CMQ/OE, CQA, CQE certifications.
• Experience with Progressive Design‑Build.
• Experience with Sound Transit.

• 401(k) with 6% employer match and 100% vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (0 medical deductible, 100% employee premium).
• 11 company closed dates.

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