QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR

nve; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NVE is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to perform on-site inspections across EPA-RTP facilities in Durham, NC. The role works closely with the Quality Control Manager to verify contractor work meets codes, contract specifications, and quality standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting contractor and subcontractor activities, reviewing task-order plans, documenting findings, and supporting corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quality control inspection experience including reviewing plans and specs.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and remediate non-conformances with contractors.
• Familiarity with commercial construction codes (North Carolina Building Code, NEC, NFPA).

Responsibilities

• Conduct QC inspections of contractor work across EPA-RTP locations.
• Review plans and specifications prior to work starts.
• Perform final reviews to ensure quality and code compliance.
• Document inspection findings and prepare written reports.
• Collaborate with contractors to fix deficiencies identified during inspections.
• Verify permits are obtained and inspections scheduled.
• Maintain inspection records in CMMS for government review.
• Report significant non-conformances to Quality Control Manager.
• Support COR/TOCOR during work acceptance activities.

Skills

Quality control inspections

Plan/spec review

Documentation

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Quality Control Inspector (QCI) performs on-site quality control inspections across all EPA-RTP facilities to verify that contractor work meets applicable codes, contract specifications, and quality standards. The QCI works closely with the Quality Control Manager and reports findings to support corrective action and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality control inspections of work performed by contractor and subcontractor staff across all EPA-RTP locations
• Review plans and specifications for task orders developed by planning and estimating staff prior to work commencement
• Perform final reviews of completed work to ensure quality of final product, code compliance, and task order specification adherence
• Document inspection findings and provide written reports to the Quality Control Manager
• Work with contractor and trade staff to identify and correct deficiencies identified during inspections
• Verify that required permits have been obtained and inspections scheduled appropriately
• Ensure all work complies with applicable North Carolina building codes, NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, and federal requirements
• Maintain inspection records in the CMMS for Government review
• Report significant non-conformances immediately to the Quality Control Manager
• Support Government COR/TOCOR during work acceptance activities

Position Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control inspections, including reviewing plans and specifications for task orders and performing final reviews of completed work for quality, code compliance, and work plan specification adherence
• Demonstrated experience working with contractors to identify and remediate non-conformances
• Familiarity with commercial construction codes including the North Carolina Building Code, NEC, and NFPA standards
• Experience in large commercial or industrial facility environments preferred
• Strong documentation and written communication skills
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms preferred