QA/QC Engineer

Layton Construction Company•Tampa, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ajax Building Company, part of STO Building Group, is seeking an on-site QA/QC Engineer to support construction quality on mission critical projects, including data centers. The role works with project teams, trade partners, and inspectors to verify installation quality, resolve deficiencies, maintain inspection and testing records, and support commissioning and turnover. Assigned scopes may include civil, structural, and architectural (CSA) work or mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, depending on expertise and project needs. Discipline specialists are welcome, and experience across multiple disciplines is preferred. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. The engineer supports implementation of project-specific quality plans and procedures; reviews project documents to understand acceptance criteria; conducts and documents field inspections; coordinates testing and third-party inspections; identifies and tracks deficiencies; maintains project quality records and reports; and supports commissioning readiness, punch lists, closeout, and turnover. The role also includes coordinating quality training and reinforcing Ajax’s commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork, and a proactive culture of quality.

Requirements

At least three years of construction quality assurance or quality control experience.
Experience supporting quality activities in one or more construction disciplines, including CSA, mechanical, or electrical.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and technical documents within the candidate’s area of expertise.
Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, inspection and testing processes, and applicable codes and standards relevant to assigned scopes.
Experience documenting inspections, tracking deficiencies, and coordinating corrective actions.
Ability to recognize coordination issues between disciplines and work with appropriate specialists to resolve them.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, close attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Clear verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with project teams, trade partners, inspectors, and owner representatives.
Ability to work on-site at an active construction project and perform regular field inspections.

Nice To Haves

Experience on data center, mission critical, large commercial, or healthcare projects.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Specialized experience in a construction discipline; experience across multiple disciplines is preferred.
Familiarity with commissioning readiness, construction closeout, and turnover documentation.
Familiarity with quality management and construction software, including Autodesk Construction Cloud/ACC Build and Smartsheet.
Quality certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C).

Responsibilities

Support implementation and ongoing execution of project-specific quality plans, procedures, and inspection requirements.
Review construction drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and manufacturer requirements to understand acceptance criteria and identify potential quality concerns.
Conduct and document field inspections within assigned scopes to verify materials, equipment, and installations meet approved project requirements.
Support quality reviews of assigned CSA or MEP work, in coordination with discipline specialists and trade partners.
Participate in quality walks, pre-installation meetings, and first-install reviews.
Coordinate and track third-party inspections, testing activities, quality checklists, and supporting documentation.
Maintain the project’s definable features of work log and related quality meeting schedules in coordination with project and field teams.
Identify and document deficiencies and nonconforming work, communicate issues to appropriate team members, and track corrective actions through verified completion.
Verify that required inspections, testing, and corrective actions within assigned scopes are completed and documented before affected work is concealed or subsequent construction activities proceed.
Coordinate with other quality team members to identify and address issues where construction disciplines overlap.
Maintain accurate inspection reports, testing records, photographs, deficiency logs, and other quality documentation in designated project platforms.
Prepare quality status reports summarizing inspection progress, open issues, recurring concerns, and corrective action status.
Support commissioning readiness by tracking installation deficiencies, verifying completion of assigned quality checks, and organizing required documentation.
Assist with punch list tracking, final inspections, and collection of quality records for project closeout and turnover.
Coordinate quality training related to upcoming work and share lessons learned to help prevent recurring issues.
Reinforce Ajax’s commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork while supporting a proactive culture of quality.
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.