Senior Quality Specialist - Self-perform

Description

The Senior Quality Specialist performs routine activities to monitor and coordinate the project quality program, focusing on JE Dunn self‑perform scopes such as concrete, precast, masonry, steel, and general carpentry. Responsibilities include reviewing documents, attending meetings, conducting walk‑through inspections, and investigating non‑compliant conditions.

Core duties involve participating in safety and quality plans, ensuring comprehensive documentation of quality processes, collaborating with suppliers, gaining design‑document knowledge to identify potential issues, and utilizing contract documents. The specialist attends pre‑planning, pre‑installation, and progress meetings, conducts regular site observations, investigates non‑compliance, prepares quality reports for superintendents and subcontractors, assists with documentation, may conduct basic constructability reviews, help schedule third‑party inspections, and coordinate with VDC, Quality Group, Safety, and other JE Dunn teams.

Senior‑level responsibilities include establishing and updating Project Specific Quality Plans, completing Project Quality Status Reports before monthly reviews, contributing to national quality initiatives, listing major quality issues, performing detailed constructability reviews, conducting intermediate testing (water, moisture, material compatibility, adhesion), providing on‑site or office training, reviewing and certifying submittals, monitoring work practices, communicating quality status at project meetings, mentoring less‑experienced coworkers, and identifying non‑compliant conditions with advanced quality skills.

• Review documents, attend meetings, conduct site walk‑throughs, and investigate non‑compliant conditions for self‑perform scopes.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of quality assurance processes, test results, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to maintain quality standards for incoming materials.
• Perform constructability reviews and identify potential quality issues in design documents.
• Conduct regular site observations to verify compliance with contract documents, manufacturers’ instructions, and industry standards.
• Prepare and deliver quality reports to superintendents, project managers, and subcontractors.
• Assist in scheduling and witnessing third‑party inspections and performance verification testing.
• Establish and update Project Specific Quality Plans, assigning accountability for tasks.
• Complete Project Quality Status Reports prior to monthly review meetings.
• Participate in national quality initiatives such as manual updates, broadcasts, and training programs.
• Perform intermediate testing (water, moisture content, material compatibility, adhesion).
• Provide on‑site or office training on construction quality topics.
• Review and certify submittals for accuracy when required.
• Monitor work practices, document issues, and recommend corrective solutions.
• Communicate project quality status and issues at review meetings.
• Mentor less‑experienced colleagues on advanced quality topics.

Requirements

The role requires accurate, timely work, intermediate verbal and written communication, proficiency in MS Office and JE Dunn quality software, the ability to read drawings and specifications, and knowledge of materials, field testing, QA procedures, construction assemblies, and trade scopes. Building relationships and teamwork are essential.

A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent experience is acceptable. Required certification is ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1; ICC reinforced concrete, structural masonry, and soils certifications are preferred. A minimum of five years of construction quality experience is required.

The position requires a valid unrestricted driver’s license, ability to lift up to 25 lb, willingness to work non‑traditional hours and travel, and may involve exposure to extreme conditions. Benefits are provided under a professional non‑union package. JE Dunn is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

• Proficient in MS Office, reading drawings/specifications, and JE Dunn quality software tools.
• Hold ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1 certification; ICC certifications preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of construction quality experience; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to lift 25 lb, valid driver’s license, and willingness to work non‑traditional hours and travel.

Benefits

JE Dunn’s success is driven by hiring inspired people, providing interesting and challenging work, equipping teams with innovative tools, and sharing company rewards. For over 100 years the company has grown sustainably, with diverse teams enriching lives across the country and striving for perfection.

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