Job Description
Absher Construction has proudly served the Pacific Northwest and beyond for over 85 years. As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer more than just a job, we offer a stake in our collective success. From fully paid employee medical coverage, to retirement benefits, paid time off, and a supportive culture, Absher is where purpose meets performance.
Job Overview As a Quality Control Manager (QCM) at Absher, you’ll be responsible for implementing and overseeing a comprehensive project-specific quality control program. This includes managing compliance from notice of award through final completion across all scopes of work. You’ll be a key team member ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance especially on complex, government, or infrastructure projects.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the execution of project-specific QC programs covering all work divisions
- Identify and resolve quality concerns early in coordination with the project team
- Prepare QC Plans, including inspection checklists, testing requirements, and Definable Features of Work (DFOWs)
- Oversee QA/QC efforts of subcontractors and third-party inspection teams
- Participate in site meetings such as commissioning, 3D coordination, and pull planning sessions
- Support and mentor project team members in executing QC-related tasks
- Engage directly with owners, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to uphold quality standards
- Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement tracking, and documentation compliance
- May temporarily supplement the roles of Project Superintendent or Project Manager
- Participate in site safety audits, orientations, and investigations as needed
Why You’ll Be Successful
You bring hands-on construction experience, technical understanding, and an unwavering commitment to doing things right the first time. You’re an excellent communicator, collaborator, and leader who takes pride in precision and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 6+ years of federal construction experience on projects that adhere to USACE or NAVFAC Quality Control standards
- Familiar with EM 385-1-1 and federal safety/sustainability protocols
- Ability to obtain or current holder of Army Corps of Engineers QCM certification
- Eligible for access to secure government work sites (some require U.S. citizenship)
- Comfortable using tablets and mobile software for inspections and reporting
- Ability to commute up to 60 miles or 2 hours from home to project site
- Physically capable of lifting, standing, walking, climbing, and using field equipment as needed
Absher is a Federal Contractor. All job offers are contingent upon successful background and drug screening.
Physical Demands
This job may be performed in the office or on the jobsite and requires frequent sitting (often working on a computer), frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching. Heavy lifting may be needed; the employee should be able to lift items up to 40lbs. Due to computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists. He/she must be able to navigate the jobsite and is expected to be able to comply with all safety regulations in the office and on the jobsite.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The responsibilities, qualifications, and work conditions described here are representative of the physical and mental knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required to personnel assigned this classification. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time. Why You’ll Love Absher’s Culture
Build Security – We’re an ESOP company—meaning you share in our success. No buy-in required, just your best work and commitment to the team.
Build Your Career – We invest in your growth through technical training, certifications, leadership development, and mentorship opportunities.
Build Community – Absher builds the places that matter: schools, hospitals, DoD facilities, and more. We also give back through philanthropy and volunteerism.
Build Values – Our work is guided by four core values:
- We Care About People
- We Are Servant Leaders
- We Do Things Right
- We Do Right Things
Why You’ll Love Absher’s Benefits
We believe in rewarding your work with meaningful benefits:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – 100% company-funded
- Annual discretionary performance-based bonus
- 401(k) with profit-sharing match
- Medical, dental & vision insurance – Absher covers 100% of employee premiums
- 3 weeks vacation, 8 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays
- 7 days of sick time
- Life & disability insurance
- Education assistance & certification support
- Philanthropy & volunteer opportunities
- Service awards & employee recognition
All benefits are dependent on start date and may be prorated for mid-year hires.
Compensation Salary Range: $105,000 – $155,000
We aim to place new hires around the 40th percentile based on experience and growth potential, ensuring a thoughtful and transparent compensation experience.
Absher’s Commitment: Our EEOC Pledge
Absher is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Absher does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies without a signed agreement in place. Please remove Absher from solicitation lists unless formally engaged.
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