Quality Control Associate

Davita Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Quality Control Associate to oversee and implement quality control measures across client projects. The role involves coordinating inspections, managing documentation, and ensuring adherence to established quality standards. Candidates should have active certifications and relevant construction experience to excel in this position.

Qualifications

• Certifications in Construction Quality Management and OSHA-10 required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in data center construction.
• Knowledge of building codes, NFPA-70E, and NEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate QC programs and ensure compliance with inspections.
• Develop site-specific QC programs and oversee project closeout.
• Document and track all QC activities, providing weekly status reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Document control skills

Motivated self-starter

Education

Active certification with Army Corps of Engineers

OSHA-10 certification

2 years of data center construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The purpose of Quality Control Associate is to update and coordinate the planning, implementation, and supervision of the client quality control plan. This includes working with employees as well as outside agencies or consultants involved in inspections and testing. Educate all parties as to the client's methods of quality control.



Responsibilities

• Participate in the Planning Phase of the QC program by meeting with the QCS Team, the Project Manager and Superintendent to align project expectations for the Quality Control Program.
  
• Develop a list of features of work (FOW) for each project and tie them to the project schedule.
  
• Develop site-specific QC Programs for small to mid-level projects and submit to the QC Senior Manager for final review.
  
• Develop meeting and inspection templates for each FOW.
  
• Execute four phases of control (Planning, Preparatory, Initial and Inspections) for each FOW with the subcontractors, vendors, and client(s) and perform all required meetings.
  
• Inspect incoming materials for submittal compliance and ensure that they are properly stored.
  
• Oversee client's Superintendents inspections for each FOW and perform inspections as needed.
  
• Track deficiencies and rework items to final resolution enforcing effective and timely corrective actions.
  
• Document and track all QC documentation including all required third party inspections and test reports.
  
• Provide weekly status reports with updated progress, status, and a look ahead for meetings and inspections to the QC Program Manager.
  
• Attend all client progress meetings and provide status on all QC activities.
  
• Incorporate safe work practices across the QC program.
  
• Develop final punch list and oversee the project closeout process.
  
• Interface with the client and their representatives to provide status on project QC activities and to receive any feedback on our QC program
  
• Coordinate QC support for startup and commissioning documentation with the MEP team.
  
• Interface with the project manager and superintendent to align deliverables.
  

Qualifications

• Active certification with the Army Corps of Engineers- Construction Quality Management for Contractors or an inactive certification that needs to be refreshed within 3 months of hire.
  
• OSHA-10 certification.
  
• 2 years of data center construction experience minimal.
  
• Motivated self-starter familiar with the QC process including developing a site-specific QC Program and establishing the 4 phases of control
  
• Ability to communicate effectively with the client Project Team and their clients.
  
• Adequate knowledge in the CSA and MEP disciplines.
  
• Adequate knowledge of building codes, NFPA-70E, and the NEC.
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
  
• Proficient document control skills.