Construction Quality Assurance Project Manager

AAR, a SOCOTEC Company (formerly AAR Testing and Inspection, Inc.) has an immediate need for a Construction Quality Assurance Manager (CQAM) to lead the implementation, management, and enforcement of the Construction Quality Assurance (QA) Program on complex design-build infrastructure projects, ensuring all construction activities comply with contract requirements, regulatory standards, and approved quality management plans.Core Responsibilities:Quality Program LeadershipDevelops, implements, and manages the Construction QA Program in alignment with the Quality Management Plan (QMP), ensuring all work meets contract specifications and WSDOT requirements.Inspection & Testing OversightOversees and coordinates QA inspection and testing operations, ensuring adequate staffing and coverage for all construction activities, including structural, paving, geotechnical, and utility work.Regulatory & Owner CoordinationInterfaces directly with WSDOT for verification testing, inspections, and Independent Assurance (IA), ensuring alignment between QA results and owner acceptance criteria.Authority & Risk Control (Stop Work Authority)Holds authority to stop work when quality requirements are not met and leads development of corrective action plans to resolve deficiencies.Non-Conformance ManagementMaintains and manages the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) system, including tracking, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and closure in coordination with WSDOT.Quality Planning & ExecutionDevelops Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), inspection checklists, and manages Quality Check Points (Hold Points) to ensure compliance at critical stages of construction.Personnel Qualification & TrainingEnsures all QA inspectors, technicians, and testing personnel are properly certified and trained; delivers ongoing quality training and pre-activity briefings.Documentation & Compliance ManagementOversees all quality documentation including inspection reports, test results, daily logs, material certifications, and progress payment quality verification.Field Quality LeadershipDirectly performs and supervises inspections across a wide range of construction activities (concrete, asphalt, structures, utilities, etc.), ensuring workmanship meets specifications.Design-Build IntegrationReviews working drawings, RFIs, and field design changes to ensure constructability and compliance with quality standards.Stakeholder CoordinationCollaborates with contractors, project managers, engineers, and quality teams to resolve issues, maintain production, and ensure compliance with quality requirements.Continuous Improvement & AuditingLeads audits, quality meetings, and task force discussions to identify trends, improve processes, and prevent recurring non-conformances.Technical Background:Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field, with 5+ years of experience and strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and inspection practices. In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience in construction quality management is acceptable.Quality Management Expertise:Experience developing and implementing Quality Management Plans (QMPs), including inspection, testing, auditing, and documentation processes.Inspection & Testing Knowledge:Proficiency in overseeing QA inspections and materials testing across multiple disciplines (earthwork, concrete, asphalt, structures, utilities).Regulatory & Standards Compliance:Familiarity with agency requirements (e.g., WSDOT), AASHTO/ASTM standards, and contract specifications governing construction quality.Certifications:Relevant industry certifications (e.g., WAQTC, ACI, AWS CWI, nuclear density, etc.) demonstrating competency in testing and inspection.Leadership & Management Skills:Ability to lead QA teams, coordinate with contractors and owners, and manage staffing, scheduling, and quality resources.Authority & Decision-Making:Capability to enforce quality standards, including issuing non-conformance reports and stopping work when requirements are not met.Documentation & Reporting:Strong experience managing quality documentation such as inspection reports, NCR logs, test results, and certification packages.Communication & Coordination:Ability to work closely with project managers, design teams, contractors, and owners to resolve issues and maintain compliance.Problem-Solving & Continuous Improvement:Skill in identifying quality issues, implementing corrective actions, and improving processes to prevent recurring deficiencies.Other duties as required by the hiring manager and depending on project needs.

Created: 2026-05-15