Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System Manager, Pantex

The Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing a disciplined quality control program that ensures all construction activities meet contractual requirements, regulatory standards, and QGS quality expectations. This role serves as the on-site authority for quality, driving compliance with USACE CQM requirements and DOE/NNSA NQA-1 standards while ensuring work is executed.

The CQC System Manager partners closely with Project Management, Construction Operations, subcontractors, and third-party inspectors to establish a proactive quality culture that identifies risks early, prevents rework, and maintains schedule and cost integrity. This role leads the three-phase inspection process, oversees testing and inspection activities, and ensures all quality documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

Operating within a high-compliance federal and nuclear environment, the CQC System Manager is critical in managing non-conformance and corrective actions, supporting audits and surveillances, and ensuring full alignment with contract specifications and enterprise quality standards. This position requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex quality requirements into executable field practices that support safe, compliant, and predictable project delivery.

Develop, implement, and manage the Contractor Quality Control Plan in accordance with contract requirements, USACE standards, and NNSA NQA-1 DOE quality assurance requirements

Conduct and document the three-phase inspection process (preparatory, initial, and follow-up) for all definable features of work

Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, material certifications, mix designs, and test reports for compliance with project specifications

Coordinate testing and inspection activities including concrete, soils, welding, coatings, and other specialized inspections

Manage the non-conformance and corrective action process, track deficiencies from identification through resolution

Maintain comprehensive QC documentation including daily QC reports, inspection records, test results, and as-built markups

Coordinate with DOE quality assurance representatives and third-party inspectors during audits, surveillances, and assessments

Work a minimum of 50 hours per week; must be on-site during all active construction operations requiring quality oversight

Perform other duties as assigned

Graduate degree (Master’s) in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Experience with NQA-1 quality assurance programs on DOE nuclear facilities

USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractor’s certification

Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) through ASQ

If one-third of the time – “seldom” or “occasionally” If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently” If more than two-thirds of the time – “constantly”]

Stationary Position - Occasionally to Frequently

Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Occasionally

Climb - Frequently

Kneel - Occasionally

Grab - Occasionally

Bend - Frequently

Lift/carry over - Up to 30 lbs occasionally

Vision - Constantly (visual inspections, document review)

Hearing - Constantly

Wet or Humid - Occasionally

Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Frequently

Working near or on heavy machinery - Frequently

Working in high places - Frequently

Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Occasionally

Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom to Occasionally – with required PPE

Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Frequently to Constantly

Work with Electricity - Occasionally

Work with explosives - N/A

Work on or near a source of radiation - Occasionally – controlled environment per site requirements

Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Occasionally to Frequently

Other Environmental Factors - Extreme temperatures and seasonal weather conditions typical of southeastern Washington

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS. WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at [email protected]

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Our Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Access to mental health support and resources

Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development

Ongoing training and development programs

Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth

Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

Employee recognition and rewards program

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support

Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.