Job Description
Quality Assurance Support Representative (QA Rep) to provide observation and reporting support to the United States Army Corps of Engineers (“USACE” or the “Government”) on projects at Holston Army Ammunition Plant (HSAAP) near Kingsport, TN. QA Rep will report on site daily and provide Quality Assurance (QA) services to the Government Project Engineer, in support of Hayat Brown’s Construction Management Services (CMS). QA Rep will observe and report on civil construction projects mainly involving a quarter-mile roadway construction project and initial site civil and foundation works related to an industrial disposal complex.
Job Requirements:
QA Rep services to be provided are identified below. Although the QA Rep may make recommendations or provide opinions, ONLY GOVERNMENT employees will make decisions pertaining to acceptability of work or contract interpretations. QA Rep will provide observation and reporting of the Construction Contractor to ensure compliance with contract requirements and standards in accordance with the USACE 3-Phase inspection program.
- Daily Observations. Observe Construction Contractor performance, and whether they are in full compliance with contract plans, specifications, approved workplans and submittals, EM 385-1-1, OSHA requirements, etc.
- Daily Inspection. Inspect Construction Contractor plant, materials, and equipment per contract requirements, contract plans, specifications, approved workplans, EM 385-1-1 and OSHA requirements.
- Photographic History. Take photographic documentation and maintain a digital photographic history of the project(s). Photos will also be taken of the following events: existing conditions prior to construction, disputed work items, work that must be duplicated replaced or removed, completed work, extra work, etc.
- Daily Report. Report daily observations, inspections, photographs and other information into Resident Management System (RMS) and via Microsoft Office suite of products, Adobe Acrobat, and other commonly used software products.
- Review QC Reports. Review Construction Contractor’s daily Quality Control (QC) Reports.
- Meetings. Attend preconstruction and pre-performance conferences, quality control coordination meetings, progress meetings, safety meetings, etc.
- Punchlist. Prepare and provide inspection of punch-list corrective actions and coordinate final inspections, in coordination with Government Project Engineer or designee.
- Schedule. Review Construction Contractor Schedule updates.
- Monthly Progress Reports. Provide a monthly progress report in narrative form, with a summary of activities performed that month, project schedule evaluation, pending action items, and problems and recommended solutions.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- 3-5 Years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Must have knowledge of building and construction crafts since detailed inspections must be made to ensure the required level of workmanship
- Must be able to satisfactorily pass client-required background check.
- Must be able to effectively use computers, scanners, printers, and plotters.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office suite of products, Adobe Acrobat, and other commonly used software products.
- Must be familiar with construction management software programs, such as ProjectTeam, Procore, ProjectWise, etc.
- Must possess Concrete and Asphalt inspection certificates.
- Due to the nature of the project US citizenship is required.
- Up to 50% of the time the position needs to move about indoor and outdoor construction site environments with uneven terrain, variable environmental conditions including heat, cold, dust, noise, moisture, and dryness.
- Occasionally (10-25% of workday) performing repetitive bending/stooping, repetitive or fine hand movements, working at heights, and lifting and carrying equipment weighing less than 25 pounds.
- At times the position requires working with arms above shoulder level, power gripping/squeezing (hand tools, levers, etc.), climbing stairs, using portable ladders, wearing fall protection, working in confined spaces, and lifting greater than 25 pounds.
- The position requires wearing associated personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to gloves, safety glasses/goggles, face shield, safety shoes/boots, hard hat, hearing protection, and fall protection.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
- Must be capable of reading contract drawings and specifications.
- Demonstrate proficiency and effective communications skills in the English language in both oral and written forms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field (engineering, operations, CM, etc.)
- 10 years of experience as a QA Rep or construction inspector on USACE construction projects
- Experience with wide range of trades including, civil, transportation, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, roofing, and general building construction
- Experience using Microsoft Office
- Experience using Resident Management System (RMS) project management software.
- Knowledge of the USACE Three Phase Inspection Process
- Knowledge of the USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM)
- Knowledge of EM 385-1 Safety Requirements
- CQM Certification
- OSHA-30 certification
Additional Information
- Drive-on-site vehicle required, allocation provided.
- Due to the nature of the project US citizenship is required.
- Exempt Position: Salaried employment, compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
- The anticipated range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000 per year, depending on experience.
- Relocation assistance will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
