Quality Inspector

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

Job summary

Mace is seeking a Quality Inspector in New York to ensure compliance with project specifications for a major infrastructure project. You will conduct inspections, support quality management, and collaborate with project teams to enhance quality assurance.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The estimated starting salary is $150,000, with opportunities for flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality inspection or construction management on large-scale projects.
• Experience with federally funded projects and knowledge of regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with document control, inspection procedures, and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of construction activities and materials.
• Support the implementation of the project’s Quality Management Plan.
• Perform quality audits of contractors and subcontractors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

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 delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The Project

Mace, as part of the MPA delivery partner joint venture of Mace‑Parsons‑Arcadis, has been selected as the Gateway Development Commission’s partner of choice to support the GDC across the Gateway Program in New York, inclusive of the Hudson Tunnel Project. 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.

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 non‑conforming 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 organisational 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 $150,000. 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 within the role.