Construction QC Lead - Field Inspections and Quality

McGough; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough is seeking a Quality Control Specialist in Fargo, ND to coordinate and perform field quality inspections across the project lifecycle. The role partners with project teams, subcontractors, consultants, and owners to ensure work meets contract documents, specs, codes, and McGough quality standards.

The QC Specialist supports testing, documentation, and resolution of quality issues while promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence on site.

Qualifications

• Formal education in a related field or equivalent construction experience.
• Experience performing field inspections and documenting quality observations.
• Experience interpreting drawings, specs, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform field quality inspections to verify conformance with contract docs and codes.
• Observe activities, document deficiencies, and communicate corrective actions.
• Verify substrate conditions and workmanship during construction.
• Participate in mock‑ups and final inspections; review quality expectations with teams.
• Coordinate inspections with subs, testing agencies, and manufacturers.
• Maintain inspection reports, logs, punch lists and testing records.
• Support pre-installation reviews and quality plans; promote best practices.
• Promote compliance with codes and project requirements; escalate when needed.
• Investigate quality concerns and identify corrective actions.

Skills

Quality control

Field inspections

Reading drawings

Documentation

Codes & standards

Communication

MS Office/CM software

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture/Building Science

OSHA 30 certification

ICC/ACI/AWS/NICET certifications

Job description

McGough is seeking a Quality Control Specialist in Fargo, ND to coordinate and perform field quality inspections across the project lifecycle. The role partners with project teams, subcontractors, consultants, and owners to ensure work meets contract documents, specs, codes, and McGough quality standards.

The QC Specialist supports testing, documentation, and resolution of quality issues while promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence on site.