Engineering/CQA Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join Us to Create a Cleaner Environment for All

At Atlantic Coast Consulting (ACC), our mission is simple:  Create a Cleaner Environment for All.

Every day, our team of engineers, geologists, scientists, technicians, and support professionals helps clients responsibly manage environmental challenges while protecting the communities where we live and work. Whether we're supporting the construction of a new landfill, monitoring groundwater quality, or helping clients maintain regulatory compliance, our work makes a real difference.

We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Environmental Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Technicians . If you enjoy working outdoors, traveling to unique project sites, solving problems in the field, and being part of projects from the ground up, this may be the opportunity for you.

No previous landfill construction experience? That's okay. We provide extensive on-the-job training, mentoring, and certification opportunities to help you build a rewarding career in environmental construction and quality assurance.

What You'll Do

As a CQA Technician, you'll serve as ACC's eyes and ears in the field, helping verify that environmental construction projects are built according to approved plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Inspecting landfill and industrial construction activities
• Performing field testing and quality control evaluations
• Monitoring earthwork, geosynthetics, drainage structures, and related construction components
• Documenting construction activities through daily reports, photographs, and field records
• Communicating project progress with contractors, clients, and project managers
• Identifying potential construction, quality, or safety concerns and helping facilitate solutions
• Supporting project teams in maintaining quality workmanship and regulatory compliance
• Assisting with project closeout documentation and reporting

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates are dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in dynamic field environments.

Qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to understand and follow construction plans, specifications, and field procedures
• Basic knowledge of construction materials and methods preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build positive working relationships with clients, contractors, and coworkers
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment and client-required drug screening requirements

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based and performed outdoors at construction sites, landfills, industrial facilities, and undeveloped properties.

The role requires:

• Standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, and bending for extended periods
• Working in varying weather conditions
• Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Working around active construction operations

Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

Travel Expectations

Travel is a significant part of this role and offers the opportunity to work on projects throughout the Southeast and beyond.

Assignments may require extended stays near project sites, typically ranging from two to six months at a time. For qualifying travel assignments, ACC provides:

• Company vehicle
• Per diem living allowance
• Travel-related support and resources

Why ACC?

We're proud of the culture we've built and the opportunities we provide for our employees to grow professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

• Paid on-the-job training and certifications
• Competitive compensation
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half for hours worked over 40 each week
• Company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Four weeks of Paid Time Off after 90 days
• Paid holidays
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership opportunities
• Professional development and career advancement paths
• Company events, team outings, and employee appreciation programs

Why People Choose ACC

Our core values guide everything we do:

Serve Others
Openly Communicate
Learn More
Inspire & Encourage
Do It Right

We're a Veteran-Owned Small Business, a certified Great Place to Work®, and a team committed to helping each other succeed while making a positive impact on the environment.

If you're looking for a career that combines travel, teamwork, outdoor work, and opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create a cleaner environment for all.