Field Quality Engineer - Construction & Inspections

Gray

Seattle, Northern (WA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Gray Construction is seeking a qualified Quality Engineer to join our field team and ensure construction activities meet approved plans, specifications, and the QMS. You will lead inspections, audits, and documentation in dynamic project environments, traveling as needed to support multiple sites.

The role emphasizes learning and applying quality processes in the field, collaborating with Site Quality leadership, and driving timely resolutions to quality observations and non-conformances across

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or technical/associate degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
2–3 years of relevant construction or quality experience preferred.
Government Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred.
Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, email).
Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

Serve as onsite quality representative on one or multiple projects under the direction of quality leadership, ensuring alignment with project quality objectives.
Assist in reviewing and managing submittals during preconstruction and coordination meetings; verify approved submittals, materials, and installations prior to and during construction.
Monitor construction processes to identify potential quality issues and support timely resolution through practical solutions.
Execute and document inspections, audits, and testing in accordance with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), project quality plans, and established procedures.
Ensure drawings, specifications, submittals, and quality documentation are accurate, current, and maintained for both internal teams and trade partners.
Identify, document, and track quality observations, deficiencies, and non-conforming work through resolution; coordinate corrective actions with the Site Quality Manager and verify completion.
Support management of hold points, including verification inspections and release in coordination with Quality Site Leadership.
Assist in managing special inspections and third-party inspections, including coordination, documentation, and resolution of non-compliance.
Coordinate use of the Quality Management System (QMS) for auditing, reporting, and documentation, including entry of daily inspections, audits, and testing reports.
In coordination with the Quality Site Manager, establish and manage To-Do Lists, punch lists, and observation tracking through completion and closeout.
Read, interpret, and apply quality manuals, inspection procedures, and project-specific quality plans.
Support implementation and follow-through of corrective actions under site quality leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of project and quality objectives.