QC Technician

Audubon Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies is seeking a QC Technician to join our team at the Offsite Office in Houston. The QC Technician will support quality assurance processes and drive continuous improvement across projects, ensuring work meets IFC drawings and approved procedures.

Responsibilities include performing inspections, witnessing testing, and ensuring proper documentation and traceability of materials. A strong attention to detail and familiarity with industry standards are essential in this fast-paced

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field inspection experience on industrial construction or energy projects.
• Familiarity with construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards related to project scope.
• Experience with quality documentation systems and turnover processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality surveillance and inspections for assigned discipline(s) (civil, structural, mechanical, piping, welding, coating/paint, materials, electrical, instrumentation).
• Verify work against IFC drawings, specs, approved procedures, and ITP hold/witness points.
• Conduct dimensional checks, installation verification, and material inspections.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and traceability of materials.
• Coordinate quality activities with construction supervisors and subcontractors.

Skills

Field inspection experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Education

CWI Certification

API 510/570/653

NACE

ICC

Tools

BlueBeam

NavisWorks

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking a QC Technician to join our team in our Offsite Office. The QC Technician plays a critical role in supporting quality assurance processes and promoting continuous improvement across projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform quality surveillance and inspections for assigned discipline(s), including civil, structural, mechanical, piping, welding, coating/paint, materials, electrical, instrumentation, or assist in commissioning activities - as applicable to project scope.
• Verify work is executed in accordance with IFC drawings, specifications, approved procedures, and ITP hold/witness points.
• Conduct dimensional checks, installation verification, and material inspections.
• Confirm proper storage, handling, and traceability of materials.
• Execute inspections per approved ITPs and quality procedures specific to the project.
• Witness testing activities such as hydrostatic testing, NDT, torque verification, coatings inspections, pressure testing, or electrical testing (as applicable).
• Ensure inspection documentation is properly completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Complete inspection reports, checklists, and quality records accurately and promptly.
• Identify and document non-conformances (NCRs) when work does not meet project requirements.
• Verify corrective actions have been implemented before work proceeds.
• Support mechanical completion and turnover documentation packages.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards (ASME, API, AWS, ASTM, NEC, ISO, etc., depending on project scope).
• Confirm qualified personnel are performing specialized work (e.g., certified welders, licensed electricians).
• Verify that approved procedures (WPS, coating procedures, test procedures, etc.) are followed.
• Coordinate quality activities with construction supervisors and subcontractors.
• Participate in client and third-party inspections.
• Communicate quality concerns proactively to QC supervision and project leadership.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of field inspection experience in industrial construction or energy projects.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards relevant to project scope.
• Experience with quality documentation systems and turnover processes.
• Certifications such as CWI, API 510/570/653, NACE, ICC, or equivalent (preferred based on discipline).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Computer literate in BlueBeam and NavisWorks

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled