Field Quality Control Specialist – Federal Construction

CDM Smith; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Cranston, RI seeks a Quality Assurance professional to develop and implement QASP in line with FAR/CQM and contract specs, perform daily inspections, review submittals, and coordinate with field teams and government representatives to ensure project quality and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience, with opportunities to improve processes and document control across projects. Domestic/international travel possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project-specific Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) in compliance with FAR, CQM requirements, and contract specifications.
• Perform daily quality inspections and document work progress to ensure materials, workmanship, and methods meet required standards.
• Oversee construction contractor’s Quality Control meetings with project stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, and materials to verify conformance with design specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, project managers, and government representatives to address non-conformances, corrective actions, and quality-related issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate and detailed quality documentation, including inspection reports, test results, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and corrective action logs.
• Collaborate with safety and project controls teams to ensure integrated compliance with quality, safety, and schedule requirements.
• Verify that all testing and inspection activities are performed by qualified personnel and approved laboratories.
• Participate in project meetings, audits, and final inspections to verify completion and acceptance criteria are met.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying quality trends, recurring issues, and process enhancements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

U.S. citizen

Background check

Field work

Quality plans reading

Regulations knowledge

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

CDM Smith in Cranston, RI seeks a Quality Assurance professional to develop and implement QASP in line with FAR/CQM and contract specs, perform daily inspections, review submittals, and coordinate with field teams and government representatives to ensure project quality and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience, with opportunities to improve processes and document control across projects. Domestic/international travel possible.