Construction Quality Assurance Inspector QAR

Golden Wolf•Bridgeport, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GoldenWolf is seeking a Construction Quality Assurance Inspector (QAR) to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Resident Office at Chief Joseph Dam in Bridgeport, Washington. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in construction, heavy civil construction, marine construction, engineering, construction management, or quality control who want to work on a unique and high-profile infrastructure project. The projects at the dam will consist of work dealing with generator repair and refurbishment, including stator windings, generator alignment, brake systems, and more. Replacement of digital excitation systems. Overhaul and upgrade of primary components on two station service units. Quality assurance experience is preferred but not required. We will train candidates with a strong construction background and good computer skills.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of electrical construction experience (in dam generator and power production electrical projects are preferred), or an applicable college degree
Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate project documentation
Ability to obtain a NACI background investigation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or related field
Experience with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects
Experience in heavy civil, marine, waterfront, dam, or pile dike construction
Construction inspection, quality control, or quality assurance experience
Familiarity with contractor quality control systems
Knowledge of USACE EM 385-1-1
Knowledge of OSHA construction safety requirements
Knowledge of dam generator systems to include stator windings, brake systems, digital excitation systems, station service units, and other key power generation components.

Responsibilities

Perform daily construction inspections and document contractor compliance with project specifications, plans, and contract requirements.
Monitor contractor quality control activities and report on the effectiveness of the Quality Control Program.
Observe construction operations and communicate issues, concerns, and deficiencies to project leadership.
Review contractor red-line and as-built drawings for completeness and accuracy.
Participate in progress payment reviews by verifying completed work quantities and project progress.
Monitor contractor compliance with project safety requirements.
Review implementation of contractor safety programs and report effectiveness.
Prepare detailed daily QA reports and submit documentation within required timelines.
Monitor environmental compliance activities, including: Marine mammal observations, Bird monitoring, Turbidity monitoring, Environmental permit compliance, Environmental quality control documentation.
Coordinate with USACE personnel, project engineers, and contracting staff regarding project status and field observations.