Field Quality Engineer – Construction QA

Gray; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Construction in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team. You will lead onsite quality activities, perform inspections, audits, and ensure adherence to QMS across projects.

Responsibilities include reviewing submittals, managing non-conformances, coordinating with site leaders, and documenting quality throughout construction. Travel up to 100% may be required; a technical degree and CQT are preferred.

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 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.

Skills

Quality process knowledge

Computer literacy

Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor’s or technical/associate degree in related field

2–3 years construction/quality experience

Government Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred

Job description

Gray Construction in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team. You will lead onsite quality activities, perform inspections, audits, and ensure adherence to QMS across projects.

Responsibilities include reviewing submittals, managing non-conformances, coordinating with site leaders, and documenting quality throughout construction. Travel up to 100% may be required; a technical degree and CQT are preferred.