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We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.\nQuality Control Specialist\nThe Quality Control (QC) Specialist supports the successful delivery of construction projects by coordinating and executing quality control activities throughout the project lifecycle. This role partners with project teams, trade partners, consultants, and owners to help ensure work is performed in accordance with contract documents, project specifications, applicable codes, and McGough quality standards.\nThe QC Specialist performs field inspections, coordinates testing activities, documents quality observations, and assists in identifying and resolving quality issues. This position serves as a technical resource to project teams while promoting a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nRequired\nBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant construction experience.\n3-5+ years of experience in commercial construction, quality control, field engineering, project engineering, or a related construction role.\nExperience performing field inspections and coordinating quality documentation.\nExperience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.\nPreferred\nBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Building Science.\nSeven (7) or more years of commercial construction experience.\nExperience with healthcare, industrial, manufacturing, higher education, or mission-critical construction.\nOSHA 30 certification.\nICC, ACI, AWS, NICET, or other applicable industry certifications.\nExperience supporting commissioning, building enclosure, or forensic investigations.\nFamiliarity with LEED, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), Low Embodied Carbon (LEC), and sustainable construction practices.\nSkills\nKnowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and quality control practices.\nWorking knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards.\nAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.\nStrong attention to detail and organizational skills.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nCORE RESPONSIBILITIES\nField Quality Control\nPerform field quality inspections to verify work complies with contract documents, project specifications, approved submittals, and applicable codes.\nObserve construction activities and identify quality deficiencies, documenting findings and communicating corrective actions to project teams.\nVerify substrate conditions, installation readiness, and workmanship throughout construction.\nParticipate in mock-up, first-work, follow-up, and final inspections.\nAssist project teams in reviewing quality expectations prior to installation.\nInspection & Testing Coordination\nCoordinate quality inspections performed by subcontractors, testing agencies, and manufacturers.\nMonitor third-party testing activities and maintain associated documentation.\nAssist with functional performance testing and commissioning-related quality observations.\nSupport manufacturer site visits, inspections, and warranty documentation.\nDocumentation & Reporting\nMaintain accurate inspection reports, quality logs, punch lists, testing records, and project documentation.\nTrack quality issues through resolution and verify corrective actions have been completed.\nAssist in maintaining project quality records in accordance with company and contractual requirements.\nPrepare quality reports for project leadership as requested.\nPreconstruction & Project Support\nReview construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings to identify potential quality concerns.\nParticipate in constructability reviews and provide input on quality-related risks.\nSupport pre-installation meetings by reviewing quality requirements with project teams and trade partners.\nAssist in implementing project-specific quality plans.\nCode Compliance\nApply knowledge of building codes, industry standards, and project requirements during inspections.\nCoordinate with project teams to promote compliance with applicable regulations and quality expectations.\nEscalate code or specification concerns to project leadership when appropriate.\nProblem Solving & Continuous Improvement\nAssist in investigating quality concerns and identifying potential root causes.\nRecommend practical corrective actions and process improvements.\nShare lessons learned and best practices to improve future project performance.\nParticipate in company quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.\nCollaboration\nBuild positive working relationships with project managers, superintendents, project engineers, trade partners, consultants, testing agencies, and owners.\nPromote proactive communication to support successful project outcomes.\nParticipate as an active member of the McGough Quality Team.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nOFFICE AND TRAVEL\nPosition is based in Rochester MN and may require travel to other construction sites or HQ.\nOvernight travel occurs as needed for site visits and is generally limited to short 1-2 night stays rather than extended time away from assigned regional office.\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nThe physical demands outlined here are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.\nThis position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or during meetings and travel (by plane or car). The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed, demonstrate dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse, and possess the ability to hear, speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts.\nThe role also requires occasional visits to construction sites, where the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.\nIn alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.\nPlease note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. 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