Quality Assurance Inspector

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US
  - New York, NY
  - One Penn Plaza
• Compensation: USD 60.1 - USD 72.12 - hourly

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced on‑site Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for multiple complex vertical construction projects at West Point, in New York. The QA Inspector will be responsible for ensuring contractor compliance with contract plans, specifications, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

• Perform construction quality assurance across Three‑Phase Inspection (Preparatory, Initial, and Follow‑Up) to ensure compliance with contract requirements, schedules, and safety plans.
• Monitor construction progress, attend meetings, evaluate schedule adherence, and support the COR in validating progress payments.
• Provide full‑time on‑site inspection coverage during all construction activities to ensure compliance by the Construction Contractor and subcontractors.
• Observe worksite activities to verify quality control, safety compliance, and diligent execution of construction operations.
• Identify, document, and report deficiencies, maintaining and submitting deficiency lists to the CO/COR.
• Witness inspections and testing, review third‑party test results, and perform QA validation testing as required.
• Report unsatisfactory work within required time frames and ensure corrective actions are properly executed.
• Assist with project closeout by documenting inspections, managing punch lists, and supporting final payment recommendations.
• Prepare and submit daily reports documenting construction activities, workforce, conditions, and compliance status.

• HS + 10 Years of relevant experience in construction practices, procedures, and testing, including three (3) years of quality control management of DoD construction projects.
• U.S. citizenship. Must pass State and Federal criminal history/security background checks. Must pass pre‑employment drug screen.
• Up to 50% of the time the position requires moving around indoor and outdoor construction site environments with uneven terrain, variable environmental conditions including heat, dust, noise, moisture, and dryness.
• Occasionally (10–25% of workday) performing repetitive bending/stooping, repetitive or fine hand movements, working at heights, and lifting and carrying equipment weighing less than 25 pounds.
• At times the position requires working with arms above shoulder level, power gripping/squeezing, climbing stairs, using portable ladders, wearing fall protection, working in confined spaces, and lifting greater than 25 pounds.
• The position requires wearing associated personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, face shield, safety shoes/boots, hard hat, hearing protection, and fall protection.

• Strong knowledge of construction QA/QC processes, including the three phases of control (Preparatory, Initial, Follow‑Up).
• Familiarity with contract documentation, including RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, and progress payment evaluations.
• Demonstrated experience conducting inspections, witnessing testing, and interpreting third‑party test results. Proficiency in construction management software and documentation systems (e.g., Procore, RMS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of detailed daily reports and technical documentation. Ability to work independently on‑site while coordinating effectively with Government stakeholders and contractors.
• Experience supporting project closeout activities, including punch list management and final inspections. Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required to support project completion.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of employees. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.