Construction Quality Assurance Analyst (CBP) - McAllen, TX

LMI Consulting, LLC; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI Consulting, LLC is seeking a Construction Quality Assurance (QA) Representative in McAllen, TX, to assist Customs and Border Protection in construction oversight. This role requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a background in construction management.

Responsibilities include maintaining surveillance on construction projects, ensuring safety compliance, and preparing daily reports. Preferred qualifications include 3+ years of experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of construction oversight experience.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Maintain surveillance of field engineering activities.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations.
• Prepare daily activity reports.

Skills

Construction oversight

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Procore

Autodesk

Job description

Overview

This position will serve as a Construction Quality Assurance (QA) Representative responsible for assisting Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in the execution of construction along the borders of the United States. The construction QA representative shall have experience in construction oversight execution, controlling and closing of projects, and a background in construction management. The candidate must possess strong communication skills, the ability to deliver innovative solutions, and creative problem‑solving skills.
This is a full‑time, temporary position lasting 12–36 months in RGV/McAllen, TX.

Responsibilities

• Maintain surveillance, on a day‑to‑day basis, over the full range of field engineering activities associated with specific phases of a major military construction project.
• Provide expertise and guidance concerning safety and quality assurance, ensuring adherence to safety regulations in day‑to‑day construction activities.
• Review contractor's proposed schedules for logic, adequacy, and practicability to ensure milestones are met.
• Review contractor's payment estimate submittals, progress measurement data, and reports of materials and equipment used.
• Prepare daily activity reports, including instruction to contractor representative, quantities of pay items placed, weather conditions, progress of construction, reasons for delay, and any unusual problems encountered.
• Ensure compliance with environmental Best Management Practices per the contract.
• Support project‑related outreach efforts as required.
• Support construction oversight manager and Government COR/Project Manager as directed in support of construction execution.
• Analyze problems and review and interpret the requirements of plans and specifications.
• Monitor the layout of work and inspection of all work in progress.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of construction oversight experience, including surveillance, monitoring, and controlling construction of all types (horizontal construction preferred), to ensure compliance with contract documents and proper construction materials and techniques. Experience should also include reviewing construction technical data for progress reports, preparing data for processing of pay estimates, and enforcing construction industry and safety standards on construction projects.
• One or more of the following certifications are highly preferred:
  • OSHA 30 Construction
  • Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP)
  • Construction Quality Management (CQM)
  • EM 385‑1‑1
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Autodesk, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in managing multiple projects with independent schedules and budgets simultaneously.
• Ability to travel between job sites, if requested; ability to work flexible hours.
• This position is located in RGV/McAllen, TX.

Target Salary Range: $80,000 – $95,000

Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to, location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Please note: The ability to pass a background investigation will be required for this position. This will include (but not limited to): criminal history, driving record, educational verifications, etc. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact [e-mail].

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