Role & seniority: Quality Control / QA Inspector (mid-level), field-based on large-scale wind, solar, and industrial projects

Stack/tools: Blueprint/technical procedure reading; daily reporting and data collection; QA/QC record-keeping (hard copy and electronic); calibration status checks for measuring/testing equipment; punch list creation

Top 3 responsibilities

Inspect construction activities and ensure conformance to specifications; monitor and record QA/QC data
Identify, document, and address deficiencies; coordinate with field teams and subcontractors
Maintain complete inspection records; generate reports and punch lists; ensure schedules and QA criteria are met

Must-have skills

Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field (or HS diploma + 1–3 years’ related experience)
Ability to read blueprints/technical procedures; strong written reporting; self-starter with organizational skills
Ability to independently perform work, solve problems, and ensure safety compliance

Nice-to-haves

Inspection certifications (e.g., NDE) and familiarity with QA/QC processes
Experience on wind, solar, or heavy mechanical/electrical construction projects
Location & work type: On-site / field-based; work outdoors with exposure to weather and construction environments; safety-focused, regular interaction with field supervision

Full Description

Overview

Position Summary

Under general supervision, applies skills and knowledge to determine degree of conformance of materials, equipment and installation of materials and equipment to the company or Client specifications. Performs inspection of various project activities; generates reports of conditions found during inspection activities; Notifies management of significant problems; Completes documentation to attest to satisfactory completion of inspection or test activities.
Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

Promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
Inspect and ensure the quality of work performed during the daily activities of the overall construction on large scale wind, solar, and industrial projects. Included but not limited to; roads, environmental (SWPPP), excavations, concrete, rebar, substations, transmission lines, solar racking and PV installation, underground utilities, wind turbine installation, steel erection, welding, piping, valves, pumps, compressors and a wide variety of other mechanical and electrical equipment
Demonstrates good organizational, planning and time management skills
Must plan and conduct daily activities in a highly organized manner to ensure all QC and QA data are properly and accurately recorded
On a daily basis monitor and record all work scope being executed and follow reporting criteria as determined by FQM and/or the client, as needed.
Prevents deficiencies while working closely with field operating teams, through pre-construction quality control inspections
Detects deficiencies and addressed deficiencies in a timely and effective manner
Work closely with the field quality staff acting as their field representative ensuring construction understands and follows the QA/QC requirements
Interface with field supervision to maintain an open line of communication and reporting monitor job progress, schedules and subcontractor performance
Maintain complete and accurate records during inspections so they can be transferred to permanent hard copy and/or electronic files
Inspect the work and establish punch lists
Capable of determining calibration status of measuring and test equipment
Ensures daily task schedules are met to meet the project schedule
Interacts cross-functionally with craft personnel and other team members
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Requirements

Education and Work Experience Requirements

Associates degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related field

QA/QC Inspector