Role & seniority: QA Inspector (mid-level), federal construction setting; must pass background and drug screen; US citizen.

Stack/tools: RMS 3.0 (preferred); three-phase inspection process; OSHA EM 385-1-1 safety manual (preferred); familiarity with contractor submittals, RFIs, REAs.

Top 3 responsibilities

Observe, inspect, and document construction progress for schedule/spec/compliance; prepare daily site reports with safety and manpower notes.
Review contractor plans/submittals, progress schedules, safety/quality programs; assist in contract modification steps and government estimates.
Prepare correspondence (RFI/RA/REAs), assist with scopes of work for RFPs, measure/pay item quantities, and monitor progress/slippage; coordinate with design teams and technical staff.

Must-have skills

High School Diploma or GED (construction-related experience required: ~5+ years on large federal/multimillion-dollar projects; USACE/DoD preferred).
Experience with RMS 3.0 and three-phase inspection; familiarity with safety/regulatory standards (OSHA/EM 385-1-1) preferred.

Nice-to-haves

Construction-related degree; prior USACE/DoD project experience; strong documentation and contract modification support.
Location & work type: Cavalier, ND (Cavalier SFB); on-site, full-time federal project work; US citizen with ability to pass federal background and drug screen.

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.

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QA Inspector - Cavalier, ND