Construction Quality Assurance – Mechanical Systems Focus
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
About the Position:
Join us in this exciting role, providing construction-phase support services for a weapons storage and maintenance facility. This role provides on-site quality assurance and compliance monitoring throughout the construction process. We're seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Quality Assurance Inspection Professional for an 18-month, full-time position supporting the Corps of Engineers, Seattle District. This is an on-site position at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, Montana. Candidates from anywhere in the United States are encouraged to apply. Company-provided housing, per diem, rental car, and paid flights home are included.
*This position requires a construction background and computer proficiency. Construction QA experience is required.
Location: Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana
Job Type: Full-time for 18 months, 40 hours per week Travel Requirement: Relocation for 18 months is required for those out of the area (company‑provided housing and travel benefits) Additional Benefits: Meal per diem, shared rental car, company-provided shared housing (with one other person), and two paid round-trip flights home per year.
Essential Functions:
Plans & Specifications Review
Become thoroughly familiar with all contract documents, including plans, specifications, amendments, and submittals.
Attend post-award conferences to align administrative policies and project requirements.
Submittal Oversight
Monitor the contractor’s quality control system to ensure timely and accurate submittals.
Review all submittals for completeness, correctness, and compliance with contract requirements.
Construction Monitoring & Inspection
Verify adequacy and calibration of test equipment and adherence to testing standards.
Spot-check approved submittals during implementation.
Review daily Quality Control Reports (QCRs) and compare them to QA reports, reporting discrepancies to the COR.
Participate in the three-phase control process, attending preparatory and initial-phase meetings for critical features (mechanical, electrical, roofing, waterproofing).
Conduct site visits, inspections, and investigations; collect data and prepare detailed reports documenting findings.
Maintain a daily diary and submit accurate daily reports within one working day.
Deficiency Tracking
Maintain and update a deficiency list, ensuring corrective actions are taken and documented.
Discuss all deficiencies with the COR.
CQC Program Monitoring
Verify that the contractor’s three-phase control system is correctly implemented.
Compare plans and specifications to actual site conditions, report discrepancies, and maintain a marked-up set of plans for reference.
Shop Drawing Verification
Ensure all required shop drawings are submitted and approved.
Compare drawings to contract requirements and verify installed materials match approved drawings.
Safety Compliance
Adhere to EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards.
Provide at least one safety observation in each daily report.
Environmental Oversight
Review and monitor environmental submittals and permits.
Ensure proper execution of environmental controls (e.g., turbidity, air quality, endangered species monitoring) and verify compliance through daily reports.
Experience:
Minimum 4 years of construction-related experience, including 2 years of continuous experience inspecting construction contract work for similar projects.
Must also have at least 2 years of experience in on-site quality assurance or quality control duties, including safety oversight.
Skills & Capabilities:
Ability to prepare detailed reports and perform basic field quality assurance tests.
Familiarity with USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1) and OSHA standards.
Physically capable of walking over rough terrain and standing for long periods.
Able to work in adverse conditions (including foul weather) for extended periods.
Must be able to oversee other contractor QA personnel assigned to the same task order.
Additional Notes:
Exceptions to experience requirements may be granted at the Government’s discretion.
Required Qualifications:
NACI Clearance (or the ability to obtain it)
Strong analytical and communication skills
Proficiency in computers and Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
30-hour OSHA or 40-hour EM-385 certification
Familiarity with NFPA 70E
HVAC Tech II license
Familiarity with ASHRAE standards
USACE Construction Quality Management certificate
About GoldenWolf:
GoldenWolf, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business that provides comprehensive facility management and support services to federal agencies. The company specializes in delivering a wide range of professional services, including facilities condition assessments, quality assurance, construction management, strategic planning, and technical support across civilian and defense sectors. We invite you to visit the GoldenWolf website at www.goldenwolf.com to learn more about the organization and explore other career opportunities.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer.
It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy that GoldenWolf, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, committed to maintaining world-class facilities through technical excellence and innovation.
Requirements
This is a remote position.