Onsite Quality Engineer - Construction (Travel)

Gray; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Construction is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to reinforce our project teams in the field. The role emphasizes hands-on quality control, inspections, and submittal management across construction sites in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a relevant degree or equivalent experience, 2–3 years in construction/quality, and a CQT preference, with the ability to travel up to 100%. This on-site position offers growth within a globally integrated service provider.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical/associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years of 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.

Skills

Quality experience

CQT preferred

Basic computer skills

Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor's or technical/associate degree in related field

Job description

Gray Construction is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to reinforce our project teams in the field. The role emphasizes hands-on quality control, inspections, and submittal management across construction sites in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a relevant degree or equivalent experience, 2–3 years in construction/quality, and a CQT preference, with the ability to travel up to 100%. This on-site position offers growth within a globally integrated service provider.