Quality Control Specialist

McGough Construction; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough Construction is seeking a Quality Control Specialist to support project delivery by coordinating QC activities and ensuring work aligns with contract documents and codes. The role partners with project teams, trade partners, consultants, and owners to uphold McGough quality standards and ensure successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities include field inspections, documenting findings, coordinating third-party testing, and maintaining quality records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant construction experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience in commercial construction, quality control, field engineering, project engineering, or a related construction role.
• Experience performing field inspections and coordinating quality documentation.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• OSHA 30 certification. ICC, ACI, AWS, NICET, or other applicable industry certifications.
• Experience supporting commissioning, building enclosure, or forensic investigations.
• Familiarity with LEED, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), Low Embodied Carbon (LEC), and sustainable construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Field Quality Control: Perform field quality inspections to verify work complies with contract documents, project specifications, approved submittals, and applicable codes.
• Inspection & Testing Coordination: Coordinate quality inspections performed by subcontractors, testing agencies, and manufacturers.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate inspection reports, quality logs, punch lists, testing records, and project documentation.
• Preconstruction & Project Support: Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings to identify quality concerns; participate in constructability reviews.
• Code Compliance: Apply knowledge of building codes and industry standards during inspections.
• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Investigate quality concerns and propose corrective actions and process improvements.
• Collaboration: Build relationships with project teams, trade partners, consultants, testing agencies, and owners.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Quality control

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DescriptionMcGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALISTThe Quality Control (QC) Specialist supports the successful delivery of construction projects by coordinating and executing quality control activities throughout the project lifecycle. This role partners with project teams, trade partners, consultants, and owners to help ensure work is performed in accordance with contract documents, project specifications, applicable codes, and McGough quality standards.QUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant construction experience.3-5+ years of experience in commercial construction, quality control, field engineering, project engineering, or a related construction role.Experience performing field inspections and coordinating quality documentation.Experience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.PreferredBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Building Science.Seven (7) or more years of commercial construction experience.Experience with healthcare, industrial, manufacturing, higher education, or mission-critical construction.OSHA 30 certification.ICC, ACI, AWS, NICET, or other applicable industry certifications.Experience supporting commissioning, building enclosure, or forensic investigations.Familiarity with LEED, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), Low Embodied Carbon (LEC), and sustainable construction practices.SkillsKnowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and quality control practices.Working knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESField Quality ControlPerform field quality inspections to verify work complies with contract documents, project specifications, approved submittals, and applicable codes.Observe construction activities and identify quality deficiencies, documenting findings and communicating corrective actions to project teams.Verify substrate conditions, installation readiness, and workmanship throughout construction.Participate in mock-up, first-work, follow-up, and final inspections.Assist project teams in reviewing quality expectations prior to installation.Inspection & Testing CoordinationCoordinate quality inspections performed by subcontractors, testing agencies, and manufacturers.Monitor third-party testing activities and maintain associated documentation.Assist with functional performance testing and commissioning-related quality observations.Support manufacturer site visits, inspections, and warranty documentation.Documentation & ReportingMaintain accurate inspection reports, quality logs, punch lists, testing records, and project documentation.Track quality issues through resolution and verify corrective actions have been completed.Assist in maintaining project quality records in accordance with company and contractual requirements.Prepare quality reports for project leadership as requested.Preconstruction & Project SupportReview construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings to identify potential quality concerns.Participate in constructability reviews and provide input on quality-related risks.Support pre-installation meetings by reviewing quality requirements with project teams and trade partners.Assist in implementing project-specific quality plans.Code ComplianceApply knowledge of building codes, industry standards, and project requirements during inspections.Coordinate with project teams to promote compliance with applicable regulations and quality expectations.Escalate code or specification concerns to project leadership when appropriate.Problem Solving & Continuous ImprovementAssist in investigating quality concerns and identifying potential root causes.Recommend practical corrective actions and process improvements.Share lessons learned and best practices to improve future project performance.Participate in company quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.CollaborationBuild positive working relationships with project managers, superintendents, project engineers, trade partners, consultants, testing agencies, and owners.Promote proactive communication to support successful project outcomes.Participate as an active member of the McGough Quality Team.Perform other duties as assigned.OFFICE AND TRAVELPosition is based in Rapid City, SD and requires frequent travel to projects as well as regular travel to a regional office or headquarters.Travel is typically day trips to project sites and may account for up to 50% of working time, depending on project locations and needs.Overnight travel occurs as needed for site visits and is generally limited to short 1-2 night stays rather than extended time away from assigned regional office.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands outlined here are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or during meetings and travel (by plane or car). The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed, demonstrate dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse, and possess the ability to hear, speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts.The role also requires occasional visits to construction sites, where the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.