Quality Engineer I or IIQuality Engineer I or II Quality Engineer I or II

M. A. Mortenson Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 76,600 - 120,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Vision coverage included

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

M. A. Mortenson Company is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee quality control across assigned project scopes. You will work with senior quality managers on larger projects and drive corrective actions to ensure conformance with project requirements.

The role supports Career progression at Levels 1 and 2, with base pay ranges reflecting experience and location. Eligible benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one year of experience in design, engineering, or construction.
• Knowledge of the design‑bid‑build process.
• Ability to conduct constructability and design reviews and submittal reviews.

Responsibilities

• Foster teamwork and promote diversity on the project.
• Serve as a technical resource for project staff.
• Implement the Quality Management Plan for assigned work.
• Oversee materials quality inspections and non-conformances.
• Manage NCNs and RFIs through corrective actions.
• Train project personnel on roles and processes.
• Resolve technical issues with customers and subcontractors.
• Share best practices to improve margin and reduce risk.
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Teamwork orientation

Active listening

Effective communication

Self-starter

Constructability reviews

Quality reviews of design

Shop drawing reviews

Submittal reviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering

Tools

None specified

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking a Quality Engineer that will be responsible for quality control processes on a project for assigned scopes of work, potentially partnering with senior quality managers on larger projects, while managing, monitoring, reporting, and analyzing project quality performance and leading corrective/preventive actions.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong teamwork orientation and promote diversity
• Build strong cross‑cultural relationships and influence others at all levels, resolving cross‑cultural conflicts appropriately
• Serve as a technical resource and guide for project team staff
• Implement the Quality Management Plan and system for all assigned divisions of work from notice to proceed through final acceptance
• Oversee quality inspection of materials and work, conduct quality inspections, and identify non‑conformances with project requirements
• Manage Non‑Conformance Notices (NCN) and the Request for Information (RFI) process through corrective actions
• Train and manage project personnel on their roles, responsibilities, and processes to support Mortenson’s Quality System
• Discuss and resolve technical issues with customers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring design documents meet customer requirements
• Capture and share best practices used on the project, and identify opportunities to enhance margin or minimize risk through means‑and‑methods or material selection
• Effectively work and build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum one year of experience within the design, engineering, or construction industry
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to conduct constructability reviews, quality reviews of design documents, shop drawing reviews, and submittal reviews for assigned scopes of work
• Knowledge of the design‑bid‑build process
• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge in the use of large cranes, mechanical systems, and utility‑based medium and high voltage electrical systems
• Self‑starter, independent worker, and computer literate
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Basic knowledge of construction processes, systems, and project management
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback

Pay & Benefits

Quality Engineer I – Base pay range: $76,600 – $95,800. Quality Engineer II – Base pay range: $89,500 – $120,800 (Actual range is higher for Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

A few benefits offered include:

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No‑Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Visa

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.