Quality Control Specialist (Civil)

Clark Construction Group, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group, LLC is seeking a Quality Control Specialist (Civil) to verify installation, testing, and structural integrity of earthwork, concrete, steel, paving and utilities, ensuring compliance with contract documents and codes.

You will review plans, inspect work, witness field and lab tests, and collaborate with project teams and third-party inspectors to close punch lists and deliver safe, quality facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction, site infrastructure, concrete placement, structural steel, or quality assurance/control.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People/Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes.

Responsibilities

• Review contract documents (plans and specifications) and subcontractor submittals to ensure contract compliance.
• Inspect and verify the installation of earthwork, subgrade/aggregate bases, cast-in-place concrete, post-tensioning/rebar, structural steel framing, asphalt/concrete paving, drainage and underground utilities for compliance with contract documents and codes.
• Ensure all civil and structural installations conform to contract documents and industry codes such as ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, AWS, and DOT specs.
• Witness and verify field and laboratory testing (soil compaction, concrete slump, air content, cylinder breaks, asphalt density, underground utility pressure tests).
• Collaborate with project management, subcontractors, geotechnical engineers, and inspectors to resolve non-conforming work and close punch lists.

Skills

Quality assurance

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

The Quality Control Specialist (Civil) is responsible for verifying the installation, testing, and structural integrity of all civil engineering and site development systems, including earthwork, foundation work, concrete placement, structural steel, paving, and underground utility infrastructure. The goal is to ensure civil systems are constructed correctly, safely, and operate as designed.

Responsibilities

• Review contract documents (plans and specifications) and subcontractor submittals to ensure contract compliance.
• Inspect and verify the installation of earthwork, subgrade/aggregate bases, cast-in-place concrete, post-tensioning/rebar, structural steel framing, asphalt/concrete paving, storm/sanitary drainage systems, and underground utilities for compliance with contract documents, approved submittals, and applicable building codes.
• Ensure all civil and structural installations conform to all contract documents and industry codes and standards such as ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, AWS, and local Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications.
• Witness and verify field and laboratory testing, including soil compaction/density, concrete slump and air content, compressive strength cylinder breaks, asphalt density, and underground utility pressure testing.
• Work closely with the project management team, subcontractors, geotechnical engineers, and third-party inspectors to resolve non-conforming work and close out punch list items promptly.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; previous and relevant work experience in place of degrees is applicable.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction, site infrastructure, concrete placement, structural steel, or quality assurance/control.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People/Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Uses expertise to create a vision and aligns the team to deliver/achieve desired outcomes.
• A track record of establishing/contributing to creative strategic solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with, persuade, and gain "buy-in" from a broad range of stakeholders (e.g., executive team, leadership team, Business Unit Leaders, direct reports, clients, trade partners, and third-party providers).

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all - power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we're been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark. Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies - delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle - from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. Asset Solutions Altura Associates Coda Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate S2N Technology Group Building & Infrastructure Atkinson Construction Shirley Contracting Company C3M Power Systems

Equal Opportunity Employer Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.