Lead Quality Control Engineer - Electrical

Hensel Phelps • Los Angeles, CA

76d • $150,000 - $300,000

About The Position

The Quality Control Lead for Electrical is responsible for ensuring that the highest standards of quality and code compliance are upheld throughout all phases of Electrical system implementation on the project. This position requires daily on-site engagement, including pre-inspections, verification of installation and testing, and thorough documentation to ensure compliance with the project's contract documents, specifications, and applicable codes and standards. The Quality Control Specialist will represent Hensel Phelps and our Electrical trade partners in coordination with the owner's inspection staff and Authorities Having Jurisdiction to schedule and conduct inspections, resolve issues, and verify corrective actions through direct field verification and proper documentation. This individual will be involved in all phases of the work, from startup and installation to testing, inspection, and final turnover, while maintaining detailed daily reports submitted to the Quality Control Manager. The role also supports the implementation of the Hensel Phelps six-step quality and safety process, participates in preparatory meetings, coordinates third-party inspections, and audits trade partner quality procedures. This position plays a critical role in maintaining quality standards, supporting issue resolution, and ensuring the successful delivery of the project.

Requirements

• A 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering accompanied by a professional engineer's license in the state of California and/or be a licensed master electrician.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Quality Control, installation, and inspection of Electrical systems in airport terminal electrical construction, including high/low voltage, F/L/S, and information technology systems at a commercial carrier airport.
• Must be technically experienced and capable of understanding specifications, standards, and code requirements related to Electrical disciplines.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel based templates, Prolog, Primavera and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Interface daily with Electrical trade partners, the owner's inspection staff, and applicable Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure all work complies with the project's contract documents, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct daily on-site pre-inspections of Electrical work scopes to verify that installation and testing requirements are being met in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes through to completion.
• Collaborate with Electrical trade partners to actively participate in issue resolution, ensuring timely identification, communication, and closure of field-related challenges to maintain project schedule and quality standards.
• Proactively identify field issues related to Electrical systems and track all deficiencies noted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Verify that all corrective actions have been completed through direct field verification and maintain thorough documentation of issue resolution and compliance.
• Participate actively in all phases of Electrical system implementation, including startup, material verification, full installation, system testing, and inspection processes. Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the contract documents, project specifications, and all applicable codes and standards through completion of their scope of work.
• Provide daily reports to the Quality Control Manager detailing inspection activities, issue tracking and resolution status, coordination activities with trade partners and AHJs, and overall compliance with contract documents, project specifications, and applicable codes.
• Support and participate in shop fabrication and inspection visits as necessary to ensure that Electrical systems are fabricated in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes prior to installation.
• Participate in the start-up, final testing and commissioning of the Electrical systems.
• Participate in the start-up and implementation of the six-step quality control/safety process for the Electrical scope of work.
• Assist with the development of the preparatory meeting agendas and participate in the preparatory meeting prior to the start of the Electrical definable feature of work.
• Interface directly with owner's quality assurance and management on all quality-related issues.
• Participate in all Electrical initial, follow-up, and close-in inspections, also compile/review associated reports.
• Receive trade partner test and inspection requests and produce a coordinated test and inspection schedule.
• Document and submit a daily report of quality control activity for the Electrical scope of work.
• Audit the Electrical scope of work trade partner quality control procedures. Report chronic problems with trade partner work or quality control programs to upper management.
• Participate in the selection process for outside testing contractors and verify adherence to testing standards, frequency and documentation.

Benefits

• Company paid medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment
• Long-term disability
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off beginning upon hire
• Annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance
• Company cell phone or cell phone allowance
• Vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees