Quality Engineer I - Underground Utilities & Civil

Mortenson; Minnesota; On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with companyMatch

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Quality Engineer I for Underground Utilities/Civil to manage quality control on assigned scopes, report on performance, and lead corrective actions. The role partners with senior quality managers on larger projects, ensures materials and designs meet requirements, and fosters cross‑functional collaboration on site.

The candidate will implement the Quality Management Plan, inspect work, address non-conformances, and train project personnel in Mortenson’s Quality System,

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.

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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Quality Engineer I for Underground Utilities/Civil to manage quality control on assigned scopes, report on performance, and lead corrective actions. The role partners with senior quality managers on larger projects, ensures materials and designs meet requirements, and fosters cross‑functional collaboration on site.

The candidate will implement the Quality Management Plan, inspect work, address non-conformances, and train project personnel in Mortenson’s Quality System,