Quality Manager
FootBridge
Farmington, NM
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$60 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Contract Requirements, Cost Reporting, Customer Relations, Documentation, Employee Orientation, Industry Standards, Laboratory, Leadership, Materials Management, Materials Tracking, Mentoring, Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Project Close-Out, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Standards, Team Player, Technical Support, Testing, Thermal Management, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Farmington, NM
POSTED
8 days ago
Location: Farmington, NM
Duration: 6+ months Contract to hire.
Pay: $50 - $60 +
Overtime is 1.5x
Per Diem: $1500 a month
Mileage/gas reimbursement.
Schedule: m-f /10-11 hour days
Start date: asap
Quality Manager I – Water Division
A growing construction organization is seeking a Quality Manager I to support a Water Division project located in Farmington, New Mexico.
This role is responsible for overseeing the implementation and ongoing improvement of the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) while ensuring project-specific quality requirements are achieved. The Quality Manager will work closely with project teams to confirm that both design and construction activities follow established company procedures, contract requirements, and industry standards.
This position offers the opportunity to work on technically complex projects within a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
Professionals in this role can expect:
Exposure to challenging and technically complex construction work
A collaborative culture focused on problem solving and innovation
Supportive leadership and strong team communication
Opportunities for training, professional development, and career advancement
Flexibility in career growth and project opportunities across multiple regions
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary quality leader for one or more projects, overseeing quality planning, materials tracking, documentation, and project closeout to support safe, efficient, and successful project delivery.
Provide training and guidance to project staff on quality management practices, procedures, and project-specific requirements while mentoring other quality team members.
Lead core quality processes including work planning, pre-activity meetings, material management, Quality Incident Reports (QIRs), lesson-learned documentation, and follow-up inspections.
Develop, monitor, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to project quality performance, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
Conduct routine audits of project quality programs using internal review tools to identify improvement opportunities and verify compliance with established standards.
Coordinate inspection and testing activities with project operations teams, third-party laboratories, consultants, and client representatives.
Develop and implement project-specific quality control plans, inspection and test plans, and additional procedures as required. Support technical reviews related to material specifications such as concrete mix design, thermal control, and other specialized quality elements.
Contribute to project risk management by identifying quality-related risks, improving processes, and supporting mitigation strategies that enhance project performance.
Maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, design teams, and other stakeholders to facilitate communication and issue resolution.
Collaborate with site safety personnel to ensure work activities meet established safety standards and project requirements.
Monitor and analyze quality-related costs including testing, inspections, and rework, while supporting accurate reporting and improved cost performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in an architecture, engineering, or construction-related field preferred, or equivalent experience in construction quality management. Certifications such as ICC or NICET may substitute for formal education.
USACE, NAVFAC, or NRC Construction Quality Management certification preferred but not required.
Industry certifications for testing and inspection may be required depending on project scope.
Ability to travel occasionally based on project needs.
Level 1 QCM certification.
Minimum 7 years of experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry, with 3 years or more in a quality-related role preferred.
Strong communication, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
Familiarity with industry standards, technical specifications, and construction quality practices.
FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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