Entry-Level Quality Inspector – South Central Construction

Kiewit; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist to coordinate, document, and report quality control and assurance activities across field and shop environments. You will witness inspections and compile the required QA/QC documentation for assigned areas and disciplines on projects.

The role involves travel/relocation as needed and collaboration with operations to ensure quality aligns with project schedules and standards. A related degree and foundational QA/QC knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience.
• Familiarity with construction-related quality control procedures preferred.
• Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus.
• Working knowledge of trades, disciplines, and inspection/testing techniques preferred.

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related field

0–2 years of experience

Certifications such as ASQ, CQM, CQA, or CWI are a plus

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Quality Specialist to coordinate, document, and report quality control and assurance activities across field and shop environments. You will witness inspections and compile the required QA/QC documentation for assigned areas and disciplines on projects.

The role involves travel/relocation as needed and collaboration with operations to ensure quality aligns with project schedules and standards. A related degree and foundational QA/QC knowledge are preferred.