Field QA Inspector: Building Envelope & Cladding

American Society for Quality; Noblesville (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Facades is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support exterior envelope projects from our Noblesville, Indiana office. The role requires travel to project sites to review substrate acceptance, metal panel work progress, testing, and documentation of installation quality to prevent air leakage and water infiltration.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in construction with building envelope experience, and a strong knowledge of ASTM/AAMA testing standards and QA reporting tools.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in construction, focusing on building envelope cladding, roofing, or air barrier systems.
• Deep understanding of various building envelope metal wall panel systems, sealants, air barriers, and roofing systems.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Familiarity with ASTM and AAMA testing standards for building envelopes.
• Preferred certifications include RRO or ABAA training.
• Proficient in using digital, tablet-based quality assurance reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Field inspections and observations of exterior wall cladding systems to confirm compliance with contract details and specs.
• Coordinate, witness and document wall cladding air and water infiltration tests (e.g., AAMA 501.2).
• Prepare detailed QA field reports with photographic documentation of compliant and non-conforming work.
• Identify, document, and track installation defects; issue NCRs and monitor corrective actions.
• Inspect incoming materials to ensure proper storage and submittal compliance.
• Collaborate with superintendents, subcontractors, and clients to resolve quality issues and provide guidance on installation procedures.
• Review cladding product shop drawings with production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
• Provide cladding system training for field installation and office design teams.

Skills

Field inspections

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication

QA reporting tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or architectural engineering

Tools

QA reporting software/tools

Job description

Engineered Facades is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support exterior envelope projects from our Noblesville, Indiana office. The role requires travel to project sites to review substrate acceptance, metal panel work progress, testing, and documentation of installation quality to prevent air leakage and water infiltration.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in construction with building envelope experience, and a strong knowledge of ASTM/AAMA testing standards and QA reporting tools.