The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Construction Quality Manager (CQM). This position will provide general project level support a government customer in Fredrick, Maryland. The CQM will be responsible for assisting the Government by performing the following services, but are not limited to: pre-planning, programming, design management, design review, procurement support, construction management, commissioning, and post-construction support. The CQM shall maintain a working relationship with the Government, its client I/Cs, and the Government Owned-Contractor Operated architect-engineers, construction, and others supporting the Government.

• Provides leadership in initial planning stage by collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; develops detailed description of jobs and materials necessary to complete project.
• Reviews budget estimates and regularly communicates with client concerning budget progress and costs.
• Collaborates with clients and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.
• Advise the client Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) of any potential delays in completion of work.
• Identify any problems that are outside the responsibilities of the Contractor.
• Responsible for the security of all project documents provided to them for work.
• Responsible for obtaining all information required to successfully carryout the authorized scope of work.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining proper business relations with representatives of the client, customer and their construction Contractor(s) at the work sites and through the COR
• Maintain communications and correspondence with the COR and the Contracting Officer (CO), but not with the Contractor’s Subcontractors (A/E, construction, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
• Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
• Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Construction Manager certification by the American Institute of Constructors or Construction Management Association of America preferred.