Construction Quality Assurance Specialist
Construction Quality Assurance / Surveillance SpecialistPay: $50–$58 per hour (W2)Location: On-site Rapid City, South DakotaWork Model: 100% on-site (no remote option)Minimum QualificationsMinimum of 10 years of relevant experience in construction inspection, quality assurance, or similar rolesDemonstrated experience in at least one specialized technical area listed belowStrong knowledge of construction plans, specifications, and compliance standardsAbility to prepare detailed reports and communicate findings clearlyKey ResponsibilitiesPerform construction surveillance and inspections across all project phasesProvide reports on workmanship, materials, installation, and construction methods to government personnelReview and interpret contract plans and specifications, identifying discrepancies or improvement opportunitiesSupport resolution of construction issues and field conflicts in collaboration with government representativesAssist with quality assurance program evaluations and site assessmentsAnalyze and report on changed conditions and provide recommendationsSupport change order development, including data collection and draft preparationDevelop inspection criteria and quality control procedures in coordination with stakeholdersPrepare draft change orders and contract modificationsPerform additional duties as assignedSpecialized Skills (One or More Required)Medical Gas Systems (NFPA 99)Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)Plumbing (IPC)Fire Protection Systems (NFPA 13 & 72)HVAC / Testing, Adjusting & Balancing (ASHRAE, AABC, NEBB)Building CommissioningCommunications & Security Systems (IT, nurse call, imaging, IDS/PACS, ICD 705)Biomedical Equipment (CT, MRI, PET, catheterization labs, etc.)Transport & Equipment Systems (elevators, patient lifts, pneumatic tubes, sterilizers, laboratory equipment)Dredging operationsWelding inspectionCoatings, painting, and metallizing inspectionEnvironmental compliance / HAZWOPER (40-hour certification with current 8-hour refresher)Paving and concrete