MEP Quality Control Specialist

Work hard. Have fun.

At Cerris Builders (formerly MW Builders), we believe in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Our group of construction companies prides itself on our almost 100-year history, our employee ownership structure, and our competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with us, we’ve got your growth in mind. We believe Cerris isn’t just a great place to start your career – it’s a great place to watch it advance for years to come.

Come build the extraordinary with us. Apply today.

Nature of Work

Conducts evaluations and inspections to ensure subcontractors performance and vendor products are to code and specifications. Reviews all submittals and drawings, conducts meetings as required, and keeps record of all quality control activities including inspection and testing. Plays a key role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and durability of construction projects.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Develops understanding / working knowledge of company quality control program, company standards, procedures, codes, etc. required to perform assigned work
• Conduct subcontractors, project, and material inspections to ensure proper workmanship, as well as compliance with codes and specifications
• Conducts thorough inspections of construction materials and overall workmanship to identify defects, deviations from specifications, and ensure compliance with company and industry standards
• Assist in maintaining work performance records, inspection records, and other related items; ensure correctness of all documents; document any inspection findings or non-compliance issues using detailed reports, photographs, or other relevant documentation
• Provide recommendations for corrective actions when defects or non-compliance issues are identified and track subsequent implementation and solution
• Review subcontractors’ submittals, as-builts, and operations / maintenance manuals for quality, consistency, and conformity to specifications
• Schedules meetings as required with subcontractors, owners, etc.
• Assists in coordinating quality control inspection schedules with other department schedules by collaborating with project managers, project engineers; work together to identify areas for process or quality improvement
• Reviews design documents for contract compliance
• Assist in training others on standards of quality, procedure, and best practices for quality consciousness
• Exercise initiative or, as directed, perform additional duties to meet the needs of the organization
  
  

Qualifications

• 1-3 years or more of related work experience preferred
• Responsible for own work only; will have no supervisory responsibilities
• Critical eye for identifying defects and a commitment to high quality construction standards
• Ability to collaborate with and function well within a team-oriented environment
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents; knowledge of building codes, regulations, and industry standards required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn new computer programs or software systems
  
  

Education

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent experience
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Physical demands for this position may be heavy. Physical exertion such as long periods of standing, lifting of heavy items (50 – 75 pounds), walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, climbing, or similar activities. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity
• Standard project site environment that may include machinery, parts, and chemicals. May require protective gear
  
  

Cerris and our group of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer-EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA