QA/QC Specialist - Quality Control

Atlantic Constructors•Richmond, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. (ACI) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated QA/QC Specialist – Field to support quality operations across multiple ACI projects and divisions. This is a field-based position designed for an experienced construction professional with a strong technical background and a commitment to quality. The QA/QC Specialist – Field will travel between ACI projects based on operational needs, critical inspections, testing activities, project startup, quality audits, commissioning, and turnover requirements. The successful candidate must be capable of independently reviewing construction requirements, evaluating field installations, identifying quality concerns, documenting findings, and working collaboratively with project teams to drive issues through resolution. This position requires more than documentation skills. Candidates must have a solid understanding of construction practices and be able to read drawings, specifications, approved submittals, RFIs, and other technical documents and compare those requirements directly to field installations.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of relevant construction experience, preferably involving QA/QC, field inspection, supervision, commissioning, or skilled-trade construction.
Strong field knowledge within one or more construction disciplines such as mechanical piping, plumbing, HVAC, sheet metal, welding, fire protection, electrical, or related systems.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and technical documentation.
Working knowledge of construction inspection, testing, documentation, and quality-control processes.
Strong computer, documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to independently evaluate field conditions and clearly communicate quality concerns.
Ability to work effectively with field personnel and project leadership while maintaining professional QA/QC standards.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability and willingness to travel between ACI project locations as required.
English proficiency required; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
Candidates should possess at least one recognized trade license, certification, or advanced technical qualification applicable to ACI's construction operations. Relevant qualifications may include: Plumbing license or advanced plumbing certification, HVAC or mechanical license/certification, Electrical license, AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Welding or NDE inspection certification, Pipefitting or mechanical trade certification, Medical Gas certification, Sheet Metal/HVAC technical certification, Fire protection-related certification, Other recognized construction, inspection, or quality-related licenses or certifications.
Candidates with licenses, certifications, or demonstrated technical experience across multiple disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Procore or comparable construction management software preferred.
OSHA 30
Procore and Bluebeam experience
Commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center, or mission-critical construction experience
Mechanical piping and pressure-testing experience
Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards
Experience with commissioning and project turnover
Experience performing construction quality audits
Experience training or mentoring field personnel
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and the ability to identify quality concerns before they result in rework

Responsibilities

Perform QA/QC field inspections and quality audits across multiple ACI projects and divisions.
Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, piping isometrics, equipment schedules, details, and approved coordination drawings.
Review approved submittals, RFIs, manufacturer requirements, installation instructions, project specifications, and project-specific QA/QC plans.
Verify field installations against approved drawings, specifications, applicable codes and standards, manufacturer requirements, and project quality expectations.
Inspect mechanical and construction systems applicable to the candidate's technical background, including piping, plumbing, HVAC, sheet metal, welding, fire protection, electrical, equipment installation, supports, hangers, and related systems.
Support inspections of prefabricated and fabricated assemblies when required.
Perform quality inspections before work is concealed, insulated, energized, pressurized, covered, or released for subsequent construction activities.
Witness and document applicable pressure testing, flushing, equipment testing, startup activities, commissioning, and other project-specific testing.
Verify that required testing procedures, documentation, equipment, instrumentation, and acceptance criteria are established before testing begins.
Create and maintain QA/QC inspections, observations, photographs, reports, and corrective-action documentation using Procore and other approved ACI systems.
Clearly document non-conforming or deficient work and reference applicable drawings, specifications, approved submittals, codes, standards, or manufacturer requirements when appropriate.
Track QA/QC observations and deficiencies through corrective action, reinspection, verification, and final closure.
Coordinate inspections and testing activities with Project Managers, Superintendents, Project Engineers, Foremen, field personnel, vendors, General Contractors, Owners, commissioning teams, and third-party inspectors.
Assist project teams in evaluating recurring quality concerns and identifying potential root causes and preventive actions.
Support project startup by helping establish inspection requirements, QA/QC documentation, testing expectations, and project quality workflows.
Assist with commissioning, punch-list activities, turnover packages, closeout documentation, and final quality reviews.
Support and mentor project-assigned QA/QC personnel when required.
Assist with field training and implementation of ACI QA/QC standards and best practices.
Document lessons learned and communicate recurring quality trends to QA/QC leadership.
Maintain accurate, organized, and traceable QA/QC documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Represent ACI professionally while working with employees, clients, General Contractors, Owners, inspectors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.