Quality Control Engineer

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World
, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well‑being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

MWH is currently seeking an experienced Quality Control Engineer to support, coordinate, and implement quality management standards to maintain excellence in MWH’s deliverables. The Quality Control Engineer will confirm that all project work is compliant with MWH and appropriate client standards and meets all specified requirements. This position is critical to implementing effective quality management, ensuring project work is delivered to a high standard that meets the requirements and expectations of client organizations.

The role interacts throughout the organization internally.

Location: Austin, TX

• Responsible for a thorough understanding of project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance
• Monitor construction quality and support project staff in the performance of day‑to‑day activities applicable to the Quality Management System
• Assist multiple project teams with the development of the project site specific quality plans
• Coordinate, schedule, perform, and document ongoing quality inspections; verify all completed work complies with applicable permits, codes, drawings, and specifications
• Ability to create piping and equipment testing plans
• Troubleshoot and provide input into solving, with engineering, project technical problems/construct‑ability issues
• Provide quality expertise and advice in the proactive resolution of compliance issues (i.e. codes, standards, specifications, and regulations)
• Reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the project designed to ensure continuous quality improvement
• Provide job‑site coaching and guidance on quality reporting and assist with monitoring trends and re‑occurring quality issues
• Maintain relationship with owner, subcontractors, design partners and stakeholders to support project partnering and issue resolution
• Coordinate project quality training and partnering efforts
• Support the company quality culture through promoting, recognizing, and rewarding positive quality behaviors
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process Engineering or related field; an equivalent combination of relevant construction experience, skills, and training will be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in inspection or construction; an equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training, and/or trade school/apprenticeship diplomas may be substituted
• Working knowledge of construction equipment techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline
• Knowledge of quality control programs and ability to determine acceptability and deniability of work‑based specifications
• Team player, but a self‑starter/motivated. A detail-oriented mentality is helpful for this position
• Outstanding organizational skills: experience recording, tracking, and managing data from across multiple disciplines and projects
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills: experience interacting with internal staff and clients, clients, and subcontractor staff members of all levels
• Able to work independently, take directions from multiple group leaders, and coordinate with the Regional Director on a daily basis
• Proficient with some of the following: BIM / VDC Construction Management,…