2025-08-21
Cumming
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Wilson
North Carolina
27893
United States
Position Title: Construction Quality Lead
Location: Wilson, NC
Req Id: JR101342
Time Type: Full time
Description:
At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!
Cumming Group is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Construction Quality Lead with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry to oversee and ensure the highest standards of construction quality. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the construction quality plan, managing material and equipment verification processes, conducting inspections, and ensuring adherence to industry regulations and project specifications. The Construction Quality Lead will also oversee the documentation and reporting associated with quality management throughout the project lifecycle, along with the EPCM of record.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Prepare, implement, and monitor the construction quality plan to ensure that quality requirements for all construction activities are met.
Ensure that all construction activities comply with company, regulatory, and industry standards, including GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices).
Provide guidance and oversight to the project team to ensure alignment with quality plan objectives and protocols.
Oversee and manage the receipt and verification process for all construction materials, equipment, and products used on the project as necessary.
Ensure that all materials and equipment meet specified requirements, including reviewing certificates of compliance, vendor data, and material certifications.
Maintain records of receipt, verification, and acceptance of materials and equipment.
Provide technical guidance and training to construction teams to ensure consistent application of quality standards.
Conduct regular audits and inspections of construction work to monitor workmanship quality and identify areas for improvement.
Ensure that quality control measures and inspection processes are clearly understood by all stakeholders.
Perform regular inspections of ongoing construction work to ensure compliance with the quality plan and specifications.
Establish and enforce quality standards for workmanship on-site, ensuring construction activities meet or exceed client and regulatory expectations.
Lead pre-construction meetings to discuss quality standards, procedures, and expectations with contractors, subcontractors, and project teams.
Conduct routine inspections of construction activities, systems, and installations to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Document findings in detailed inspection reports and test reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the project’s requirements.
Coordinate and schedule any necessary re-inspections and corrective actions for non-compliant work.
Perform follow-up inspections to verify that corrective actions have been implemented for any non-compliant or deficient work.
Ensure that any rework or adjustments are properly documented and meet the necessary quality standards.
Provide feedback to project teams to promote continuous improvement in construction quality.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all inspections, tests, and quality control activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure proper documentation of all compliance, verification, and inspection reports in line with regulatory and company requirements.
Prepare and submit regular quality reports to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting key quality metrics, issues, and resolutions.
Work closely with construction managers, project engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow while maintaining quality standards.
Act as the point of contact for all quality-related issues on the construction site, ensuring effective communication across teams.
Support project management teams with guidance on quality-related risks, corrective actions, and improvement opportunities.
Knowledge & Skills Required:
15+ years of experience in construction quality management within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
Proven track record of preparing and complying with quality plans for large-scale construction projects in a regulated environment.
Experience with construction material and equipment verification, inspections, and conducting quality audits.
Familiarity with GMP, cGMP, and other relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations.
Strong knowledge of quality management systems, inspection techniques, and construction standards.
In-depth understanding of pharmaceutical construction requirements, including HVAC, clean rooms, and controlled environments.
Excellent communication and leadership skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure quality standards are met.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency with quality management software, document control systems, and MS Office Suite.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Education: BS in Construction, CM, Engineering, QS, Architecture, or related field
Experience: 10+ years of experience in Project Management, engineering, or construction management
Preferred Certification: CCM, PMP, PE, AIA, LEED
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
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Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.
All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.
In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
At Cumming Group, we are passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget. Our project and cost-management services are specifically tailored to each client’s needs and add meaningful value at every step of a project’s development.
Drawing on deep expertise in the communities and sectors we serve, we anticipate and solve problems, deliver solutions, and drive results. Since opening our doors in 1996, Cumming Group has grown to 50+ offices globally, and is now home to more than 1,950 team members – including many of the brightest minds in the industry.
Learn more about what a great organization we are at https://www.linkedin.com/company/cumming-group/about/
Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.
All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.
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