Senior Quality Inspector – Employee-Owned Construction

Sundt Construction; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & ESOP

Health Coverage

Flexible Time Off

Wellness programs

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sundt Construction seeks a Senior Quality Inspector to oversee complex quality assurance across construction activities. You will mentor junior staff, coordinate third-party inspectors, and ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and regulatory standards.

Strong leadership and communication are essential. Responsibilities include developing QC plans, reviewing drawings, and driving corrective actions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of quality inspection experience in construction, heavy civil, infrastructure, industrial, or fabrication environments.
• Deep knowledge of AWS, AISC, ASME, API, ASTM, ACI, ICC, ISO codes and standards.
• Experience with QA/QC processes, welding and bolting inspections, and structural/mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, surveillance, and assessments of quality processes across trades.
• Coordinate and supervise third-party testing and inspection services.
• Interface with clients, regulators, and internal teams during inspections and audits.
• Lead advanced inspections of materials, welds, assemblies, and equipment per ITPs and standards.
• Maintain quality records: inspection reports, NCRs, CARs, data test.

Skills

Quality inspection

Welding inspections

Construction codes (AWS/AISC/ASME/API/

Documentation & records

Education

Engineering degree or construction management

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Inspection equipment

Non-destructive examination (NDE) methods

Job description

Sundt Construction seeks a Senior Quality Inspector to oversee complex quality assurance across construction activities. You will mentor junior staff, coordinate third-party inspectors, and ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and regulatory standards.

Strong leadership and communication are essential. Responsibilities include developing QC plans, reviewing drawings, and driving corrective actions.