Construction Inspector QA

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Inspector for Construction will perform on-site assessments of the construction contractor’s implementation of the approved Quality Control (QC) plan and prepare a written report documenting that evaluation. This position will assist field staff in verifying the suitability of the contractor’s QC testing and will also be responsible for reviewing MBTA sub-contractor qualifications.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of MBTA construction projects to verify the implementation of the approved project QC plan and adherence to the MBTA quality requirements.
• Inspect sub-contractor and vendor work to assure compliance with approved quality plans and adherence to the MBTA quality requirements.
• Prepare written quality surveillance reports for the project sites and fabricator shops inspected
• Participate in formal Quality Audits of Contractors’ QC Procedures
• Review quality-related submittals for conformance with the plans and specifications
• Recommend issuance of non-conformance reports as needed
• Provide technical guidance regarding QC inspection and testing to field staff.
• Work with MBTA field staff to verify non-conforming work is resolved in accordance with approved procedures.
• Review MBTA Sub-Contractor acceptance requests for conformance with specified criteria.
• Complete other related tasks as assigned.
• Will report to the Senior Quality Control Engineer.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to work sites to perform Quality Control Inspections as needed.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience performing quality control inspections.

• Formal Quality Control training from a recognized agency (NTI, NETTCP, NICET, or similar).
• Capable of reviewing contract drawings, specifications, standards, shop drawings, and other technical documents related to construction contracts.
• Strong interpersonal, conflict resolution, and good written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint computer applications.
• The ability to address large groups as well as the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations with construction contractors and engineering consultants.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Experience

• ASQ-Certified Quality Inspector (ASQ-CQI) certification
• ACI Concrete Quality Technical Manager
• Certified as an American Welding Society (AWS) Inspector.
• NACE Certified Coatings Inspector (Level 1 or higher).
• NETTCP Quality Assurance Technologist
• NETTCP Concrete Inspector

Substitutions Include

• A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
• An associate degree from an accredited institution an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
• A master’s degree in a related subject substitute for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification, or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally, interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding, working in their positions, and throughout the duration of their program.

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