Construction Quality Assurance Inspector QAR

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Nationwide applicants welcome. Company-paid housing, vehicle, and daily stipend provided for the full one-year assignment.
Location: Chief Joseph Dam, Bridgeport, WA
Duration: 12 months, Full-Time Contract (365 Days)
Period of Performance: One year. July 24, 2026 - July 23, 2027
Housing, Per Diem, Company Vehicle, Benefits & Overtime Available
Must be willing to temporarily relocate for the duration of this project (Relocation Package Included)

Position Summary

GoldenWolf is seeking a Construction Quality Assurance Inspector (QAR) to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Resident Office at Chief Joseph Dam in Bridgeport, Washington. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in construction, heavy civil construction, marine construction, engineering, construction management, or quality control who want to work on a unique and high-profile infrastructure project.

Quality assurance experience is preferred but not required. We will train candidates with a strong construction background and good computer skills.

What You'll Do

As the Construction Quality Assurance Inspector, you will serve as the owner's representative and provide independent quality assurance oversight to ensure contractor compliance with contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily construction inspections and document contractor compliance with project specifications, plans, and contract requirements.
• Monitor contractor quality control activities and report on the effectiveness of the Quality Control Program.
• Observe construction operations and communicate issues, concerns, and deficiencies to project leadership.
• Review contractor red-line and as-built drawings for completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in progress payment reviews by verifying completed work quantities and project progress.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project safety requirements.
• Review implementation of contractor safety programs and report effectiveness.
• Prepare detailed daily QA reports and submit documentation within required timelines.
• Monitor environmental compliance activities, including: 
  • Marine mammal observations
  • Bird monitoring
  • Turbidity monitoring
  • Environmental permit compliance
  • Environmental quality control documentation
• Coordinate with USACE personnel, project engineers, and contracting staff regarding project status and field observations.

Why Join GoldenWolf?

Included With This Position

• Housing provided
• Meal per diem
• Company vehicle for work use
• Paid federal holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligibility on Day One
• Overtime opportunities available
• Unique opportunity to work on a major USACE infrastructure project

Work Environment

This position requires daily field presence on an active construction site.

Candidates should be comfortable working:

• Outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Around heavy equipment and construction activities
• In potentially wet, dusty, noisy, or uneven environments
• Extended periods of standing, walking, climbing, and inspecting construction work

Office space will be provided on-site for administrative and reporting activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of construction experience (heavy civil construction preferred), or an applicable college degree
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate project documentation
• Ability to obtain a NACI background investigation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or related field
• Experience with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects
• Experience in heavy civil, marine, waterfront, dam, or pile dike construction
• Construction inspection, quality control, or quality assurance experience
• Familiarity with contractor quality control systems
• Knowledge of USACE EM 385-1-1
• Knowledge of OSHA construction safety requirements

About GoldenWolf

GoldenWolf is an SBA-certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing professional services to federal agencies nationwide. Our expertise includes construction management, quality assurance, facility assessments, engineering support, and program management for civilian and defense clients.

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GoldenWolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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