QA/QC Specialist- Underground Utilities

Position Overview

A growing underground utility contractor is seeking a QA/QC Specialist to support quality assurance and quality control efforts across water, wastewater, storm drainage, and utility infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for inspecting construction activities, monitoring compliance with project requirements, maintaining quality documentation, and working closely with field and project management teams to ensure work is completed to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in underground utility construction and a thorough understanding of installation practices, testing requirements, and quality control procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of underground utility construction activities to verify compliance with project plans, specifications, testing requirements, and industry standards.
• Review project documents and confirm that materials, installation methods, compaction, testing procedures, and completed work meet required project standards.
• Accurately document inspections, deficiencies, test results, corrective actions, and other quality-related records.
• Partner with project managers, superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, owners, and testing agencies to address quality concerns and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Assist with the development and implementation of quality control plans, inspection checklists, punch list activities, and project closeout documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance quality, consistency, and project execution.
• Travel to project sites throughout the region and support quality initiatives across multiple active projects.
• Maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and jobsite requirements.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in QA/QC, construction inspection, field supervision, or a related role within underground utility construction.
• Strong knowledge of water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, trenching, bedding, backfill, compaction, testing, and underground utility installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, technical standards, and project documentation.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across field operations, project management, engineering, and client teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic construction documentation platforms.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays as project needs require.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Industry certifications related to construction inspection, quality control, or underground utilities are a plus.