Quality Specialist - South Central
The Quality Specialist at Confidential Client's South Central District is responsible for coordinating and performing quality control and assurance activities on heavy civil and transportation infrastructure projects. This role involves conducting inspections and tests, managing documentation, collaborating with operations, and ensuring compliance with quality standards and client requirements. The position requires travel and relocation flexibility, strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to safety and ethical standards.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA (Transportation / Heavy Civil Construction).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position Overview
This entry-level Quality Specialist role supports field and shop quality control and assurance on transportation and heavy civil construction projects. You will coordinate inspections and tests, document results, and communicate quality status to the project team. The role is field/shop-based and requires flexibility to travel or relocate to project locations across the South Central region and other North American project sites as needed. You will be employed by Confidential Client.
What You’ll Do
- Understand project scope, quality requirements, and applicable quality plans
- Coordinate inspections and tests to align with project schedules and production goals
- Perform or witness quality control inspections and tests per project plans and standards
- Prepare, maintain, and distribute inspection and test reports and quality records
- Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards
- Manage source and receiving inspections for permanent materials and equipment
- Evaluate supplier quality documentation for contract compliance
- Collaborate with operations to develop work packs and identify required inspections, tests, and documentation
- Review work packs for readiness prior to pre-activity meetings and construction execution
- Monitor and forecast costs for third-party inspection and testing services and report trends to management
- Address client concerns and maintain transparent communication regarding quality
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or related field; 0–2 years of relevant experience
- Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures preferred
- Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus
- Working knowledge of trades, inspection/testing techniques, and construction materials preferred
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, reliable, and committed to quality and safety
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and goals
Location & Travel
- Field/shop-based position. Work locations vary by project and may require relocation or travel across project regions.
- Candidates should be willing to relocate initially and throughout their career as project needs require.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated salary: $53,640 per year (estimated)
- Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision; life and disability insurance; retirement plans with matching; paid time off; and employee assistance/wellness programs.
- Opportunities for professional growth and industry certifications.
Other Requirements & Expectations
- Regular, reliable attendance and the ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Follow safety policies and perform work safely and effectively
- Professional communication and teamwork with supervisors, peers, and clients
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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