Quality Control Engineer

DUTIES : Supervise and direct quality control engineers assigned to perform inspections and surveillance in support of project work and / or maintenance activities. Provide quality control support to construction management and direct personnel to implement quality requirements and to accurately status the results. Establish priorities which support construction / operations needs. Resolve complex problems which develop during the implementation of quality activities by coordinating with internal and external departments. Provide leadership which inspires efficient performance of assignments, safe work habits, timely exchange of information and each individuals' commitment to site policies. Participate in contract discussions relating to quality activities. Prepare comprehensive status reports for construction quality activities. Review and approve subcontractors quality procedures and monitor their adherence to those procedures. Coordinate the activities of assigned quality control engineers and with other construction departments to ensure that construction is in compliance with site specifications and standards. Prepare quality procedures to ensure proper inspection, testing and surveillance activities are being performed. Provide effective quality training programs and ensure assigned personnel are qualified to perform assigned tasks. Prepare performance evaluations of assigned personnel. Education & Experience : Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least 8 - 10 years of practical experience in construction inspection or related areas. An AS degree and 10 - 12 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. A high school diploma and 12 - 16 years of practical experience would also be considered equivalent. Top Skills & Years of Experience : - Well developed organizational and supervisory skills and good communication talents are required. - Practical field experience in civil (soils, concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, protective coatings) quality control inspections. - Ability to develop, review, and implement inspection plans in accordance with technical documents, codes and standards. - Competency in reviewing and issuing non-conformance reports and coordinating corrective actions. - Strong organizational and communication skills to foster a collaborative and safety-oriented work environment. - Experience working under NQA-1 quality assurance programs at DOE facilities. - Practical QC inspection field experience within the last 12 months. Nice to Have : - QC Certification as Level II or Level III - Familiarity with AC308 adhesive anchor requirements and ESR reports - Knowledge of concrete fresh properties test methods - Additional certifications such as AWS CWI, ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector, and ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector - Highly knowledgeable in ACI 318 and ACI 349