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Position Title: QA\/QC Construction Manager Location: Remote – South Bend, Indiana. This may include travel to any of the 50 US states. Salary We recognize job\-board ranges may not reflect our pay bands; we often out\-compete those ranges for well\-qualified candidates. Job Summary The QAQC Construction Manager (QCM) serves as the contractor\/owner’s on‑site advocate throughout the project to ensure all work is performed in conformance to the standards required of quality, schedule, and scope. This role combines classic construction manager and owner’s representative duties (owner advocacy, contract oversight, risk management, stakeholder communication) with deep QAQC field leadership across electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission‑critical environments. The QCM is vital during the L1–L3 phases—design validation, procurement, and construction—ensuring installations meet project requirements and are fully documented for a seamless handoff to the commissioning team. This role does not execute commissioning tests (L4–L5) but ensures the site is commissioning‑ready by enforcing quality standards and resolving issues early. Essential Functions Construction Management, Owner Advocacy & Project Oversight Act as the contractor and\/or owner’s “eyes and ears” on site, ensuring all decisions and field activities align with the client’s Quality Control Specifications (CSPEC) and programmatic expectations. Lead proactive risk identification and escalation pathways, emphasizing early detection and resolution of quality issues to maintain project momentum and commissioning readiness. Facilitate cross\-functional communication among the owner, designers, contractors, equipment manufacturers and vendors, and trade partners to ensure consistent interpretation and execution of the project quality standards. Support contract administration and regulatory compliance, coordinating with legal and project management teams to resolve disputes or clarify scope where quality deviations are involved. QAQC Field Leadership (L1–L3 Focus) Monitor field execution to ensure installations meet project requirements, drawings, specifications, and applicable codes, with strict adherence to the client’s QAQC framework. Ensure field\-level activities—including inspections, documentation, and issue tracking—are conducted in accordance with the client’s commissioning plan of record and QAQC program. Enforce HSE\/LOTO requirements and site safety policies in coordination with contractor and client teams. Readiness for Commissioning Ensure all pre\-functional checklists, QAQC documentation, and punch lists are complete and accurate before turnover to the commissioning team. Validate that equipment start\-up prerequisites and vendor documentation are in place to support Cx activities. Drive early issue resolution to prevent delays in L4–L5 commissioning. Document Control & Technical Reviews Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs; verify contractor quality requirements are flowed down to vendors; assist in maintaining the field document control system (drawings, tests, inspections, vendor data, as‑builts). Use common tools (Procore, BIM 360\/ACC, Bluebeam, MS Project\/P6, Excel\/PowerPoint\/Teams) for traceability and dashboarding. Reporting & Metrics Maintain accurate inspection\/test records; monitor and report status to stakeholders; facilitate root‑cause analysis for non‑conformance and track dispositions to closure; generate metrics to communicate site quality compliance. Requirements Position Requirements Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls system principles in mission‑critical environments. Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams); exceptional organization and file management. Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and drive innovation. Clear, concise communication (technical and non‑technical) with the ability to represent the owner directly with contractors and clients. Demonstrated ability to manage schedule inputs and enforce quality standards across multiple stakeholders. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline OR Two years hands‑on install\/testing\/validation\/troubleshooting of mechanical, controls, and\/or electrical infrastructure plus a minimum of 5 additional years of related experience. Certifications & Safety Ability to achieve NFPA 70E and\/or OSHA training as required; strict adherence to HSE\/LOTO policies. Physical Demands The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is Frequent manipulation of small parts\/tools Periods of stationary work Movement through data center and outdoor environments (heat\/cold\/precipitation), including tight spaces Stair\/ladder access Occasional overhead\/under‑equipment positioning Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs Reasonable accommodation available Travel \/ Relocation Requirements Travel between 75\-100% in various support roles until extended project assignment is received, this may include travel to any of the 50 US states. Extended project assignment is defined as a project location where a continuous onsite presence is required in excess of 6 months. Project assignments are typically between 9 months and 4 years; however, shorter temporary relocation assignments may be required depending on location and client agreement. If candidate is not local to a project site \- the ability to relocate to the project location within 1 – 3 months of extended project assignment unless the project location supports 100% travel. Project locations are within the 50 US States. Benefits DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO\-style plans and a HDHP w\/ HSA option) Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA) Dental and vision plans Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse \/ domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26 401k with company match and self\-directed brokerage account option PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents Short and long\-term disability, AD&D coverage Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance Paid parental leave after one year of employment NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment\/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 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