Inspector / Quality Assurance Manager

Description

The company is a global infrastructure consulting firm in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings, listed as a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025, and a team of over 50,000 planners, engineers, scientists, digital specialists and program and construction managers.

This is a Quality Control Specialist IV role, titled Inspector / Quality Assurance Manager, based in Denver, CO.

You would act as Owner's Representative Lead Inspector and Quality Assurance Manager (I/QAM), overseeing daily field work, inspections, documentation, reporting and contract coordination on a construction project for GSA and DOE/NNSA. The contractor carries out the construction.

The project is a secure, technically complex, multi-year job. The work centers on quality, scope, schedule, budget, safety and security, and you would observe and report on field activity across all of them.

You would work alongside the onsite the company Project Manager, offsite technical staff and specialty inspectors, and report to the company PM while taking direction on contract matters from the GSA Contracting Officer (CO).

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess and document construction work, keep daily reports, and send timely notices recommending work for acceptance or rejection.
• Check all work against contract requirements, the approved Construction Documents, and applicable codes, standards and guidelines.
• Enforce the contractor's Quality Control Plan, site safety and site security, and push the contractor to keep to schedule and budget while protecting quality and operations.
• As Lead Construction Inspector, act as the main independent field inspector, confirming work generally meets codes and industry standards.
• Verify that the contractor and its third-party inspection agents complete testing, inspections, verification and certification of installed work.
• Recommend acceptance only for completed work that meets all contract requirements and is suitable for GSA and DOE/NNSA to accept.
• Coordinate with the company PM and offsite staff, provide technical quality reviews, and verify the contractor's QC plan and responsible inspections are carried out.
• Help coordinate activity and escort the interdisciplinary team in the field. Give technical feedback and guidance, and uphold company, project, safety and security policies.
• Give the GSA project team frequent, accurate assessments, documentation and reports, and maintain close client contact.
• Do not manage or direct the contractor. Observe and document how it manages and carries out the work, and give GSA a detailed summary of compliance.
• If GSA requires, coordinate and manage independent supplemental or confirmation testing ordered by the owner, and monitor and report on quality and progress for the owner.
• Communicate in detail and on time with the company PM and GSA team so the project is functionally and financially sound, finished on time, within authorized cost and to the required quality.
• Assess how site and market conditions affect construction cost and time for changes, working with the Cost Estimator and Scheduler on summaries and updates.
• Prepare material take-offs, price needed work, evaluate proposals and bills of materials, and negotiate fair contract adjustments.
• Apply construction practices and workmanship knowledge, including proper use of materials and installation methods.
• Carry out the company Quality Assurance Plan, review the contractor's means and methods, and join safety briefings and tailgate meetings.
• Build working relationships with the contractor's project manager, superintendent, field team, subcontractors and trade foremen to solve problems together and keep quality and schedule on track.
• Report any progress or activity that could affect schedule or work in occupied adjacent facilities, and help fold conflicting elements into planning in real time.
• Follow the procedures, review requirements and approval requirements for federal and local government office building projects.
• Support the company PM in managing and administering the project and its objectives and policies.
• Prepare correspondence, keep official site records, run formal and ad hoc meetings to resolve problems, and brief clients and management.
• Read construction drawings and specifications in depth.
• Inspect materials, workmanship and installation, and take part in activating and commissioning specialty systems such as BAS/DDC, MEP, FA/AFSS and IT/IS within your inspection area.
• Apply safety practices for construction, including familiarity with OSHA requirements on construction projects.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree (BA/BS) plus 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.
• A valid US driver's license.
• Pass a drug screen.

Conditions

Preferred: a bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or a related technical field, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.

Preferred: at least fifteen (15) years supporting construction, including 5+ years as an on-site field Inspector / Quality Assurance Manager, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.

Preferred: professional certification, licensure or registration.

Preferred: prior work on GSA or other federal government construction projects in occupied, secure facilities, including secure campuses, military bases and compounds.

Preferred: prior work on design, construction and/or management services for SCIF projects.

Preferred: proven experience completing similar projects in comparable environments and conditions.

Preferred: experience supporting or managing complex projects as an Owner's Representative Inspector / Quality Assurance Manager (I/QAM).

Preferred: knowledge of and experience with construction phase management (CM/PM support, Owner's Representation, field observation, contract management), closeout and warranty phase management (Cx support, warranty backcheck).

Preferred: thorough knowledge of engineering and construction principles, practices and procedures, working knowledge of applicable codes, laws and government regulations, GSA guidelines, project management principles, and field observation and supervision.

Preferred: professional manner, attentive and accommodating customer service, clear written and spoken communication, team building, leading by example, proactive problem solving, adapting to changing job conditions, de-escalating, and working independently.

Preferred: proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience with review and PIMS repository programs such as Kahua, plus other tools such as CAD, BIM, Bluebeam, Structures and Procore.

Preferred: ability to move safely and competently around an active construction site in a secure environment.

Preferred but not required: Key or Lead Personnel should hold Certified Construction Manager (CCM) from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), CCM, or PMP.

US citizenship is required for US work authorization.

You must pass Federal Adjudication for an HSPD-12 Tier 1 Security Credential.

Full-time onsite work for a minimum of 12 months.

No sponsorship for US work authorization is provided or permitted.

A pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening may apply.

You may be required to maintain additional the company-sponsored federal training and certifications.

Schedule to be confirmed. Likely five 8-hour weekdays, or possibly four 10-hour days, with some earlier or later shifts for special construction work such as power or fire alarm interruptions, system upgrades and testing.

You must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an the company office as a condition of employment.

Equal opportunity employer; all applicant information is handled confidentially under EEO guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits and perks.
• Flexible work options and well-being resources.
• Employee assistance program and business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs to build technical and leadership skills.