Quality Assurance Inspector - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental insurance

401(K) plan

Competitive salary

Job summary

Procon Consulting in Arlington, VA is seeking a detail-oriented QA Inspector to join our construction management and technology team. You will perform on-site quality assurance inspections, verify materials, and document findings to ensure compliance with contract drawings and specs.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong knowledge of building codes, and the ability to work independently on active construction sites, including stairs and ladders while wearing PPE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience performing QA inspections on construction/renovation projects.
• Working knowledge of building codes, contract drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Ability to identify and document construction deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including logging reports and photographs.
• Ability to work independently in active construction environments and wear PPE on sites.
• ICC, CQM-C, or other construction inspection certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site QA inspections of workmanship, materials, and equipment for compliance with drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and shop drawings.
• Verify materials delivered and installed meet project requirements and assess progress.
• Coordinate required inspections with contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, and inspectors for electrical, structural, welding, and other technical work.
• Identify and document construction deficiencies and variances from contract requirements and report findings to project management.
• Maintain detailed logs of defects, errors, omissions, corrective actions, and warranty claims through resolution.
• Photograph and document pre-existing conditions, progress, deficiencies, and completion of major work activities.
• Coordinate contractor testing schedules and track required test reports and documentation.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch list inspections, final cleaning verification, and review of closeout documentation.
• Prepare and maintain QA inspection reports, logs, and other required project quality documentation.

Skills

Quality inspections

Documentation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Site coordination

PPE safety

Logs and reports

Deficiency reporting

Photography/records

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / Engineering or related

Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high-impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience performing quality assurance inspections on construction or renovation projects, preferably supporting federal or commercial capital projects.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, construction standards, contract drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Ability to identify and clearly document construction deficiencies, inspection findings, and corrective actions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including maintaining inspection logs, reports, and photographic documentation.
• Ability to work independently in active construction environments and safely navigate project sites, including stairs and ladders while wearing required PPE.
• ICC, CQM-C, or other relevant construction inspection or quality certifications preferred.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct on-site quality assurance inspections of contractor workmanship, materials, and equipment for compliance with contract drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and shop drawings.
• Verify materials delivered and installed meet project requirements and assess construction progress and percentage of work completed.
• Coordinate required inspections with contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, and specialized inspectors for electrical, structural, welding, and other technical work.
• Identify and promptly document construction deficiencies and variances from contract requirements and report findings to project management.
• Maintain detailed logs of defects, errors, omissions, corrective actions, and warranty claims through resolution.
• Photograpnh and document pre-existing conditions, construction progress, deficiencies, and completion of major work activities.
• Coordinate contractor testing schedules and track required test reports and documentation.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch list inspections, final cleaning verification, and review of closeout documentation.
• Prepare and maintain QA inspection reports, logs, and other required project quality documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections.
• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations.
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities.
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements.
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan.

Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.