Entry-Level Quality Inspector – Field & Tests

Kiewit (Canada); Homer City (Indiana County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist for field-based work in the Water Facilities South district. You will coordinate inspections, compile quality documentation, and support QA activities across projects.

This role requires travel/relocation as needed and offers hands-on experience in construction quality control within a leading contractor. Responsibilities include reviewing quality plans, coordinating tests, and communicating results to project teams to ensure compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction or engineering field is required.
• 0–2 years of related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures is preferred.
• Certifications such as ASQ/CQA/CQM/CWI are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope, quality requirements, and applicable quality plans.
• Coordinate inspections and tests to align with project schedules and production goals.
• Address client concerns and maintain transparent communication regarding quality.
• Collaborate with operations to develop work packs, identifying required inspections, tests, and documentation.
• Review work packs for readiness prior to pre-activity meetings and construction execution.
• Manage source and receiving inspections for permanent materials and equipment.
• Evaluate supplier quality documentation for contract compliance.
• Monitor and forecast costs for third-party inspection and testing services; report trends to management.
• Perform inspections and tests as directed, ensuring compliance with required frequency and standards.
• Conduct verification inspections for designated risk levels and document acceptance.
• Prepare and maintain inspection/test reports and quality records.
• Review and approve inspection and test results for compliance with contract documents, codes, and standards.
• Communicate test results to the project team with complete and accurate documentation.
• This is a field or shop-based position.

Skills

Quality control

Documentation

Field inspections

Quality assurance

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

ASQ

CQM

CQA

CWI

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist for field-based work in the Water Facilities South district. You will coordinate inspections, compile quality documentation, and support QA activities across projects.

This role requires travel/relocation as needed and offers hands-on experience in construction quality control within a leading contractor. Responsibilities include reviewing quality plans, coordinating tests, and communicating results to project teams to ensure compliance and