A Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) professional in construction ensures that every company’s products, services, and operational processes meet all technical specifications, regulatory standards, and our customer expectations.
QA (Quality Assurance) focuses on preventing defects by improving development processes. QC (Quality Control) focuses on identifying defects by testing inspecting the final output before it is presented to the customer.
The QA/QC professional develops, implements, and monitors quality systems to ensure operational compliance. They perform inspections, manage risk, analyze technical data, and lead continuous process improvements.
Core Responsibilities
- Process Management (QA): Create and update the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) manuals and protocols.
- Product Inspection (QC): Conduct physical, visual, or digital testing on raw materials, in-process goods, and final shipments.
- Defect Documentation: Identify, isolate, and log non-conforming items or deviations from blueprints.
- Audit Execution: Lead internal and supplier quality audits to confirm compliance with industry standards.
- Root Cause Analysis: Investigate recurring product defects and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all production practices align with local, federal, and safety laws.
- Tool Calibration: Calibrate and maintain precision measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, or software testing scripts.
- Reporting: Compile and present technical quality reports and data trends to senior management.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline. ( preferred not required )
- Experience: 2–5+ years in a dedicated quality assurance or quality control role within the construction industry.
- Certifications: Preferred certifications include ASQ (Certified Quality Engineer/Inspector) or ISO Lead Auditor credentials.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with precision tools, blueprints, data analysis software, and specialized testing equipment.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional observational skills to notice micro-deviations or subtle system flaws.
- Communication: Ability to clearly communicate technical compliance issues to cross-functional teams and clients.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
