Quality Control Specialist (Structural)

Clark Holdings Inc.; Fort Meade, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Retirement/401k plan

Life insurance

Commuter benefit

Short & long term disability

Fitness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clark Holdings Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Specialist (Structural) to conduct detailed inspections and testing of all structural components, ensuring compliance with plans, codes, and shop drawings.

The role requires on-site oversight across earthwork, foundations, steel, and concrete. Responsibilities include monitoring concrete work, steel erection, site prep, and maintaining comprehensive QC records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control or construction on commercial, government or industrial projects.
• Takes initiative and accountability to deliver value and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect concrete work including formwork, rebar placement, concrete delivery ticket verification, sampling and testing.
• Verify quality of structural steel erection, connections, alignment, and welding inspection.
• Oversee site preparation, excavation depths, soil compaction, footing/pile cap installations.
• Maintain QC records: Inspection and Test Plans, Daily Quality Reports, NCRs and punch lists.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Quality Control Specialist (Structural), is responsible for conducting detailed inspections and testing of all structural components, including earthwork, foundations, structural steel, and concrete, to ensure strict adherence to project plans, specifications, building codes, and approved shop drawings. This role is critical for verifying the safety and integrity of the project's framework. **Responsibilities:*** Monitor and inspect all phases of concrete work, including formwork, rebar placement and splicing, concrete delivery ticket verification, sampling, slump testing, air content, temperature checks, and cylinder preparation for strength testing.* Verify the quality of structural steel erection, including member dimensions, bolted connections, torque verification, plumbs, levels, alignment, and welding inspection (visual and coordination of NDT/UT testing).* Oversee and document site preparation, excavation depths, soil compaction tests, sub-grade stabilization, and footing/pile cap installations.* Review and maintain records for all structural materials (e.g., steel mill certifications, concrete mix designs, anchor bolt certifications) to confirm they meet specified requirements.* Maintain comprehensive QC records, including Inspection and Test Plans, Daily Quality Reports, non-conformance reports, and deficiency lists (punch lists).* Ensure all work meets the requirements of the International Building Code, American Concrete Institute, American Welding Society, and project-specific technical specifications. **Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field. Previous and relevant work experience in place of degrees is applicable* Minimum 5 years of experience in quality control or construction on commercial, government or industrial projects.* Takes initiative and personal responsibility to always deliver value and excellence* 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* Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. **The Physical Side of the Role:** This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings. **Your Work Environment:** You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations. **Our High-Performing Culture:** This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team. **A Drug Free Workplace:** Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests. Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $75,000-$150,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.