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Quality Control Manager (Federal)

Laredo, Texas Permanent USD130,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
An established, nationally recognized Federal contractor with a strong record of delivering complex mission‑critical facilities is seeking a Traveling Quality Control Manager to support new high‑value ground‑up programs across the U.S. This is a high‑impact role offering long‑term travel opportunities, strong compensation, and the chance to join a top-performing project team.
  • One of the top federal general contractors in the US
  • $400M in awarded work this year!

About Our Client

This organization is a well‑established federal construction contractor with a strong track record delivering large, complex government projects across the United States. They operate with consistent quality standards, structured project controls, and a long‑term pipeline of federal work. The business offers stable multi‑year assignments, experienced in‑house support teams, and a disciplined approach to project delivery, providing their Superintendents with the resources needed to run efficient, compliant, and high‑performing job sites.

Job Description

As the Traveling Quality Control Manager, you will oversee all quality-related functions on active construction sites, ensuring compliance with Federal standards and project specifications. Reporting to the Senior Project Leadership Team, you will:

  • Lead and manage the project-specific Quality Control Program on large Federal new‑build projects
  • Conduct inspections, review submittals, and ensure adherence to applicable codes, specs, and QC plans
  • Coordinate with owners, subcontractors, and field teams to resolve quality issues proactively
  • Manage documentation, reporting, and (limited) safety paperwork in alignment with Federal requirements
  • Oversee testing, commissioning, and close‑out quality procedures
  • Support project teams on high‑complexity scopes in active operational environments
  • Maintain continuous QC presence throughout all phases of construction

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

For the Quality Control Manager we are seeking:

  • Proven experience in Quality Control on Federal or highly regulated construction projects
  • Ability to manage QC programs on ground‑up new builds valued $20M-$60M+
  • Strong understanding of Federal standards, QC documentation, and inspection processes
  • Experience working on active or operational facilities strongly preferred
  • Willingness to travel full‑time and relocate from project to project
  • Excellent coordination, communication, and field‑problem‑solving skills
  • USACE, EM 385‑1‑1, or similar Federal project exposure is a strong advantage



What's on Offer

  • Base salary up to $150,000, with flexibility for exceptional Federal experience
  • health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO
  • GSA‑standard living package:
  • $3,346/month housing
  • $2,680/month per diem
  • Long-term traveling role with continuous project pipeline
  • Opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering mission‑critical, high‑complexity programs
  • Career growth within a stable, well‑respected Federal contractor



Contact
Hayley West
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7050096

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
HSE&Q
Industry
Property
Location
Laredo
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hayley West
Job Reference
JN-062026-7050096