Industrial QA/QC Specialist

Hutton; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutton is seeking an Industrial QA/QC Specialist to oversee quality assurance and control from preconstruction through project closeout in Wichita. You will verify that work, materials, equipment, and documentation meet contract documents, requirements, manufacturer recommendations, testing, and Hutton standards.

You will lead QA/QC activities with PMs, superintendents, engineers, designers, clients, and trade partners, coordinate corrective actions, maintain records, and mentor field teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
• Five+ years of construction site leadership or equivalent.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) (if listed)

Responsibilities

• Perform QA/QC inspections throughout construction to verify compliance with drawings, specs, codes, manufacturer requirements, and project requirements.
• Review certifications, inspection reports, and testing records for conformity.
• Lead QA/QC during preconstruction, including meetings, drawings/spec review, risk identification, and inspection/testing requirements.
• Identify and communicate quality deficiencies, coordinate corrective actions, and verify closure.
• Maintain organized QA/QC documentation: reports, photos, records, and closeout docs.
• Provide field coaching on quality expectations, construction practices, and documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to resolve quality issues.
• Assist in developing and updating QA/QC procedures and lessons learned.

Skills

QA/QC inspections

Preconstruction QA/QC

Documentation and records

Coordination with stakeholders

Field coaching

Reading drawings/specifications

Attention to detail

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree in relevant architectural/engineering/construction management

Tools

Bluebeam

Autodesk Suite

Job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13662801

Job Summary

As an Industrial QA/QC Specialist at Hutton, you will be responsible for quality assurance and quality control activities from preconstruction through project closeout. You will verify that construction work, materials, equipment, and documentation comply with contract documents, applicable requirements, manufacturer recommendations, testing requirements, and Hutton standards.

The QA/QC Specialist works with project managers, superintendents, engineers, designers, clients, subcontractors, trade partners, and other project stakeholders to identify quality concerns, document findings, coordinate corrective actions, and verify resolution. This position also leads QA/QC activities during preconstruction, provides field coaching and mentoring, and assists the Industrial Team Leader with developing and updating Hutton QA/QC procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform QA/QC inspections throughout construction to verify civil, earthwork, underground utilities, foundations, structural steel, equipment setting and alignment, process piping, mechanical systems, and other industrial construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, codes, standards, manufacturer requirements, and project requirements.
• Verify materials, equipment, and products conform to approved submittals, specifications, manufacturer requirements, and project documentation; review applicable material certifications, inspection reports, and testing records.
• Lead QA/QC activities during preconstruction, including QA/QC portions of preconstruction meetings, review of drawings and specifications, identification of quality risks, and development of project-specific inspection, testing, and documentation requirements.
• Identify, document, and communicate quality deficiencies and nonconforming work, coordinate corrective actions with project teams and trade partners, and verify that deficiencies are properly resolved and closed.
• Maintain accurate and organized QA/QC documentation, including inspection reports, photographs, testing and inspection records, deficiency reports, corrective actions, and project closeout documentation.
• Provide field coaching and mentoring for project teams and trade partners regarding quality expectations, construction practices, inspection requirements, and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, superintendents, engineers, designers, clients, subcontractors, trade partners, testing agencies, inspectors, and other stakeholders to establish quality expectations and resolve quality issues.
• Assist the Industrial Team Leader with developing and updating Hutton QA/QC procedures, identifying recurring quality issues, sharing lessons learned, and implementing practical improvements that reduce rework and improve project execution.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelor's or associate degree in relevant architectural, engineering, or construction management program
• At least five years of construction site leadership or equivalent

Experience

• Five years of industrial QA/QC specific experience
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills to evaluate solutions and resolve issues effectively.
• Knowledge of construction manufacturers, building codes, design documents, inspection procedures, site control, and scheduling.
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate plans, specifications, and field-testing protocols.
• Profici ent in organizing work, maintaining attention to detail, and completing tasks thoroughly and accurately.
• Leadership ability to train, motivate, and guide others while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Effective verbal, written, and technical communication skills with ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Suite.

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to work out of town multiple days per week for multiple months as needed.
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times
• Ability to navigate active construction sites as required to conduct QA/QC inspections

Hutton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Hutton provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other ch