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QA Inspector - Cavalier, ND

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: USD 75,000–90,000 per year

Posted Dec 5, 2025Apply by Jan 5, 2026

Role & seniority: QA Inspector (level not explicitly stated; mid-level with federal project focus)

Stack/tools: RMS 3.0; knowledge of OSHA EM 385-1-1; three-phase inspection process; project management/logging systems; interface with Resident Engineer, COR, designers, and subs; RFI/Submittal processes

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Observe, inspect, and report on construction phases for schedule/spec/compliance; identify issues and recommend changes

  • Prepare site daily reports, correspondence, RFIs, REAs, and assist in contract modification and payment estimation

  • Review contractor plans/submittals, monitor progress, safety, QC programs, and coordinate responses with design/technical staff

Must-have skills

  • US Citizen; able to pass federal background review and drug screen

  • Minimum 5 years of applicable experience on large federal/multimillion-dollar projects (DoD/USACE preferred)

  • Experience with RMS 3.0; familiarity with three-phase inspection; knowledge of OSHA EM 385-1-1

  • Ability to prepare reports, estimates, and contract-related documentation; strong coordination with project team

Nice-to-haves

  • Construction-related degree (preferred)

  • Experience on DoD/USACE or similar federal programs; certifications related to safety or QC

  • Location & work type: Cavalier, ND (Cavalier SFB); on-site, full-time construction inspection role; US-based, federal project work environment

Full Description

QA Inspector

Work Location: Cavalier, ND (Cavalier SFB)***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen

Duties/Responsibilities

Observes and investigates construction phases for compliance with schedules, specifications, and shop drawings. Identifies problems, recommends changes, and assesses the need for contract modifications. Performs inspections and completes daily site reports in RMS. Include comments and monitoring of progress, work activities, safety issues and subcontractor manpower in the reports. Assists in all phases of the contract modification process. Assists in preparation of scopes of work for RFP's, assists in preparation of government estimates, assists with reviews of contractor's proposals, and assists with preparation of contract modification documentation. Reviews and analyzes contractor plans and technical submittals for approval action, including progress schedules, environmental, safety and quality control programs, certifications and shop drawings. Prepares correspondence regarding Contractor performance, Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs), Requests for Information (RFIs) and other technical issues. Prepares both partial and final payment estimates including the measurement and computation of pay item quantities, verification of materials on hand, and percentage complete of lump sum items. Monitors scheduled progress of all construction activities and phases of construction and advises the Resident Engineer, COR, and project team of potential slippage or delay Participates and executes RFI and Submittal reviews, including coordination with the designers, RE, and technical experts and executes responses to the contractor. Logs and maintains data as necessary to assist with project management and decision making. Performs other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

High School Diploma/GED minimum; Construction related degree, preferred Minimum of 5 years of applicable experience on construction projects large complex multimillion dollar federal projects, Department of Defense or USACE preferred Experience using RMS 3.0, preferred Experience with three-phase inspection process Experience with OSHA and EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety Manual, preferred

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plan with company match. Paid time off and holidays. Professional development and career advancement opportunities. A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify

Construction ComplianceInspectionSite ReportingContract ModificationTechnical SubmittalsPayment EstimatesProgress MonitoringRFI CoordinationData LoggingSafety RegulationsOSHA StandardsQuality ControlProject ManagementCommunicationProblem SolvingTeam Collaborationmulti-location

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