Construction Quality Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a " Construction Quality Engineer " for one of our clients in "St Louis, Missouri" A global leader in business and technology services.

Job Title: Construction Quality Engineer

Location: St Louis, Missouri

Pay Rate: $60 – $65/hr. on W2

Duration: 12 Months (Extension Possible)

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 40 Hours/Week

• We are seeking an experienced Construction Quality Engineer to oversee quality assurance and quality control activities for construction projects. This role will ensure construction work, materials, and processes meet project specifications, regulatory standards, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
• The ideal candidate will have strong experience in QA/QC within construction environments, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and experience working with contractors and project teams to drive quality initiatives

• Develop and implement QA/QC plans for construction projects
• Perform site inspections and quality audits to ensure compliance with design standards and specifications
• Review and approve quality documentation including inspection reports, test plans, and material submissions
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to resolve quality issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions
• Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation for stakeholders
• Support project teams with training and guidance on quality processes and standards
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety requirements, and construction regulations

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical preferred), Construction Management, or related discipline
• 5–10 years of QA/QC experience within construction environments
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and quality standards
• Experience with quality management systems and QA/QC processes
• Ability to read, interpret, and navigate engineering drawings and models
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Quality Management Professional (QMP), or similar certifications
• Experience supporting Life Sciences, GMP, pharmaceutical, biotech, or clean room projects
• Experience working in regulated construction environments

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale