Quality Inspector

Mace; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace in New York is seeking a Quality Inspector to support the Gateway Program and Hudson Tunnel Project, ensuring compliance with project specifications and QA standards.

You will assist with the Quality Management Plan, perform contractor audits, review test results, and maintain thorough testing logs. The role requires field presence and collaboration with engineers and contractors, with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of quality inspection/QA experience on large infrastructure projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance preferred.
• Knowledge of QA processes, materials testing, and document control.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction activities, materials, and workmanship to specs.
• Support the project’s Quality Management Plan and procedures.
• Conduct quality audits of contractors and subcontractors.
• Review testing plans and maintain testing logs.
• Prepare quality reports (daily, monthly, quarterly).
• Coordinate materials testing with off-site labs.
• Collaborate with resident engineers and contractors to resolve issues.
• Document nonconforming work and track corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project deliveryconsultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The Project

Mace, as part of MPA delivery partner joint venture of Mace-Parsons-Arcadis, have been selected as the Gateway Development Commissions partners of choice to support the GDC across the Gateway Program in New York, inclusive of the Hudson Tunnel Project.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. A milestone project supported by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the project is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

Our Values Shape The Way We Consult, And Define The People We Want To Join Us On Our Journey, They Are

• Safety First - Going Home Safe and Well.
• Client Focus - Deliver on Our Promise.
• Integrity - Always Do the Right Thing.
• Create Opportunity - For Our People to Excel.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Conduct inspections of construction activities, materials, and workmanship to verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Support the implementation of the project’s Quality Management Plan and related procedures.
• Perform quality audits of contractors and subcontractors to confirm adherence to package-specific quality processes and procedures.
• Review and verify contractor compliance with approved testing and inspection plans, including evaluation of test results and maintenance of up-to-date testing logs.
• Review quality documents from contractors and provide feedback and recommendations to project management and stakeholders.
• Maintain systematic, retrievable records of all testing, inspection, acceptance activities, and outstanding punch list items.
• Document any nonconforming work in Nonconformance Reports, verify completion of corrective actions, and monitor resolution of quality issues.
• Prepare and submit quality-related reports, including daily, monthly, and quarterly summaries as required.
• Coordinate and monitor materials testing required under project contracts, including off-site lab testing performed by independent testing organizations.
• Ensure that all materials used in construction meet specified standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with resident engineers, contractors, and other project team members to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.
• Participate in meetings, technical briefings, and coordination sessions related to quality assurance and control.

You’ll Need To Have

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality inspection, quality assurance, or construction management on large-scale infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects and regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction methods, quality assurance processes, and materials testing.
• Familiarity with document control, inspection procedures, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic project management software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Willingness to work in the field and adapt to changing project needs.

Note: The estimated starting salary for this position is $150k. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.