Construction Quality Assurance Observer, Commercial Roofing

Mantis Innovation; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k Matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Mantis Innovation seeks a Quality Assurance Observer to lead rooftop and building envelope surveys, ensuring installation quality and conformance with contract specs. You will perform roof surveys, pavement surveys, and building envelope assessments on commercial projects.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years roofing experience, Procore proficiency, and strong report-writing abilities with photo documentation. Travel and safety compliance are essential in an outdoor work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years commercial roofing experience and Procore experience.
• Technically competent with field data collection tools (iPad/Tablet) and MS Office.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans and submittals.
• Ability to write detailed observation reports with photos.
• Experience in infrared and moisture surveys.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record in past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between Owner/Architect and Roofing Contractor.
• Read and understand contract specifications.
• Inspect materials and confirm storage methods.
• Report project progress and oversee installation methods.
• Ensure deck condition and repairs per contract.
• Verify watertight system and proper material installation.
• Monitor Punch list and coordinate with manufacturer reps for warranty.
• Cross-train with Survey team for roof condition assessments.

Skills

5+ years roofing experience

Procore experience

Field data collection tools (iPad/Tab)

Read/interpret plans & specs

Detailed observation reports w/ photos

Infrared/moisture surveys

Driver's license

Minor maintenance work

Climb scaffolding/ladders

Clear communication with teams

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

IIBEC Certification: RRO/RRC and Roofing Tech Certificate

Tools

Procore

MS Office

iPad/Tablet data tools

Job description

About Mantis

We help organizations improve how their buildings perform by bringing together energy, facility operations, and sustainability into one connected approach. At Mantis, our teams work across the full lifecycle of a facility—from planning and design to field execution and long-term asset management—across commercial and industrial portfolios, data centers, and complex mechanical systems.

Our work spans four core areas: Building Controls, Energy Efficiency, Energy Advisory, and Facility Management—covering HVAC/mechanical optimization, BMS/BAS and EPMS controls, lighting system upgrades, energy brokerage, roofing and building envelope assessments, construction management, and more.

Whether you’re in sales, engineering, construction/project management, field operations, corporate, or technology, you’ll play a role in delivering these solutions and helping clients improve facility performance.

• Do you have strong knowledge of the commercial roofing industry?
• Do you live in Texas near a major airport or are you willing to relocate to Texas?
• Do you enjoy learning and have experience in the facility management, construction, roofing, or the architectural engineering industry?
• Are you great at quality assurance observation with a keen eye for identifying roof installation quality?
• Are you willing to become RRO certified through IBBEC with our help?

If you answered “YES” to these questions above, we want to talk!

GENERAL PURPOSE

To effectively apply Mantis methodology in the facility (roof, walls, pavement, and energy) inspection process for Facility Management Solutions projects and to provide quality assurance observation on projects as needed. The primary duty will surround Quality Assurance Observation, but other duties may include roof surveys, pavement surveys, and building envelope surveys.

PAY RANGE

Pay range: $30-$40 an hour (depending on experience and certifications you hold), plus Per Diem when traveling (as dictated by each state/county worked in)

Quality Assurance Observation

• Liaison between the Owner/Architect and the Roofing Contractor
• Read, understand, and familiarize with the related contract and the specifications agreed upon by the Client and the Roofing Contractor
• Inspects the material and confirms correct storage methods
• Reports accurate progress of the project, confirms correct installation methods and adherence to change orders, and oversees and advises in troubleshooting situations
• As the roof system is removed confirms the condition of the deck and ensures all necessary deck repairs are completed per the contract.
• As the system is installed confirms the system is watertight on a nightly basis and the contractor installs undamaged and specified materials
• Monitors all punch work and inspects the final product in conjunction with a manufacturers rep to address any punch items necessary for warranty
• Cross-train with Survey team to conduct roofing condition assessments and preventative maintenance/debris cleanup on client sites.

Safety

• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as project requires. May include full-body harness, lanyards, ropes, anchors, work gloves, sunscreen, UV protective safety glasses, hat to deflect sun, hard hat, work boots, and safety vest or high-visibility shirt
• Participate in identifying job hazards through the job hazard analysis (JHA) form and alternatives to said hazards
• Participate and or lead daily safety briefing
• Stop work, report conditions and/or behavior, and suspend work until conditions or behavior have been resolved
• Report all incidents immediately including near misses
• Handling hazardous materials as directed by safety data sheets (SDS)
• Adhere to Mantis safety standards at all times

Administrative

• Enter time into system on a daily basis
• Complete expense report accurately and timely providing all necessary back-up
• Respond to emails/voicemails in a timely manner
• Upload data on a daily basis

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years commercial roofing experience and Procore experience
• Technically competent with field data collection tools(iPad/Tablet), plus proficient use of laptop and MS Office software.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and submittals.
• Ability to write detailed observation reports including photographic documentation.
• Experience in performing infrared and capacitance moisture surveys.
• Valid driver’s license with minimal driving offences over the last five years.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance work including restoration mortar and re-grouting tile.
• Physically able to climb scaffolding/ladders on a daily basis.
• Ability to communicate clearly with design teams, project owners, architects, engineers, general contractors and related subcontractors.

Preferred Qualifications

• IIBEC Certification: Registered Roof Observer ( RRO ), and/or Registered Roof Consultant ( RRC ) Roofing Technology Certificate
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Basic Pavement Technology Acknowledgements

Working Environment/Physical Activities

• Work is typically performed out-of-doors with exposure to all types of weather
• Work is performed on or in the buildings of customers
• Work is performed in a non-smoking environment
• Ability to travel up to 70-80% (via vehicle, airplane, etc.)
• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as email and telephone
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working extended hours may be required as needed

$30 - $40 an hour

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

What else can we offer you?

We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!

Not sure you meet every single requirement?

Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we’re committed to building an inclusive and equitable team—so if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn’t match every single qualification.

Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.