Mechanical Quality Control / Quality Assurance Specialist

Headquartered in beautiful Carlsbad, CA, with secondary support operations located in Norfolk, VA, RQ is a full-service Design-Build company. We offer management of projects throughout the United States, with our field operations' team members who work on location for each of our projects. We currently have a backlog of work of $1B in CA, WA, VA, NC, SC, FL and also Guantanamo Cuba and Puerto Rico. We specialize in fast-track projects in new commercial construction with a primary focus in the Department of Defense market.

We are looking to a Mechanical Quality Assurance / Quality Control Specialist to join our Mechanical Team in Norfolk, VA. This position is primarily responsible for ensuring the quality of the fabrication, installation, and testing of all mechanical systems. The position is also responsible for ensuring that mechanical and plumbing work is installed in accordance with the specifications and RFP for any given project and documenting the acceptance of work. Travel will required for this position (approximately 20% outside of the area). This position will be stationed in the Norfolk, VA area. Local candidates will be given preference, though relocation to this area will be considered.

• A BA / BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is the minimum formal education required for this position. A combination of equivalent work experience (ex. five years as a Superintendent / Quality Control Manager for a mechanical subcontractor) and training in the field (ex. two or more years in construction) may be qualifying.
• Five or more years as a Quality Control Manager (QCM) for a mechanical subcontractor strongly preferred.
• Specialty inspection training and licenses / certs highly desired.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Internet, etc.) required.
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30-hour Certifications required. Training can be provided.
• Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management Certificate required. Training can be provided.
• Army Corps of Engineers EM385-1-1 40 Hour Safety preferred.
• Travel will be required (approximately 20% of the time outside of the assigned location).

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.