QCQA Engineer I (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Commercial

Austin Bridge & Road•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Austin Commercial is seeking a QCQA Engineer for its Phoenix, Arizona Division. The role implements and administers the Quality Assurance/Control Program, inspecting, testing, documenting, and following up on construction work to verify compliance with contract documents, design specifications, codes, and project requirements. The position coordinates with owners’ representatives, architects, design teams, city code inspectors, subcontractors, and contractors to resolve quality issues and maintain project quality records.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree strongly preferred in engineering and/or construction management-related courses.
0–2 years or more of experience in commercial/aviation construction QA/QC or a related field, with willingness to learn the inspection process.
Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training is required; it may be obtained within the first year of employment.
Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, codes, and contract requirements.
Ability to perform in-process inspections and effectively communicate results.
Familiarity with electronic data collection and inspection methods.
Proficiency using a personal computer and company communication tools, including email, internet, and Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Office, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Implement the Quality Assurance/Control Program, including inspections, testing, and documentation in the quality record.
Coordinate with the owner’s representative and/or architect of record on compliance, nonconformance reports, punch list items, and their resolution.
Interface with the design team and city code inspectors for compliance inspections.
Monitor subcontractor work for compliance with contract documents and design specifications.
Inspect installation of materials and equipment for quality control compliance.
Work to resolve quality control issues, including nonconformances and punch list items.
Manage quality records.
Prepare daily reports and conduct inspections as needed to ensure compliance with contract documents, including site observation reports, nonconformance records, and punch list items.
Conduct field observations, inspections, and reporting for tasks such as pre-pour checklists, backfill checklists, and excavation permits.
Administer and review testing reports and follow up with contractors on failing results until closure.
Attend pre-bid, pre-construction, pre-activity, and weekly QA/QC meetings with subcontractors to discuss project requirements and Austin’s expectations.
Maintain technical and other pertinent documents.
Walk the project to check subcontractor work.
Prepare final walk-through checklists for contractor and subcontractor work.