Barton Malow Company

Sr Quality Engineer - Detroit, MI

Barton Malow Company • $92K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of construction QA/QC inspection experience, preferably on complex projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of construction inspection and testing techniques.
  • Proven ability to independently lead quality programs with minimal oversight.
  • Willingness to travel extensively within the region for assignments.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and reporting.
  • Valid OSHA 30-Hour certification.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of the quality control program per the company’s standards and contract needs.
  • Review and approve quality programs and inspection protocols for subcontractors.
  • Ensure timely performance of inspections and testing, establishing necessary control points.
  • Identify nonconformance issues and manage corrective actions effectively.
  • Initiate corrective measures for corporate procedure deviations.
  • Coordinate with testing labs and inspection agencies to ensure compliance.
  • Prepare detailed monthly quality reports and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Project Manager on quality matters and provide mentorship to team members.
  • Play a key role in equipment commissioning and startup processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
  • Hands-on role with significant impact on project quality.
  • Collaboration with project leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in diverse and complex construction projects.
  • Supportive work culture that emphasizes getting it right from the start.
Full Job Description
Job Location: Dearborn/Detroit, MI

Position: Senior Quality Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

Barton Malow is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join our team supporting projects in the Detroit area. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who takes genuine pride in getting it right, from the first inspection to final commissioning. As the senior quality lead on assigned projects, you'll implement and maintain Barton Malow's quality program across self-perform work, subcontractor scopes, and vendor performance, while mentoring project teams and setting the standard for quality in the field.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead and maintain an effective quality control program in alignment with the Barton Malow Quality Manual, applicable codes, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Review and approve subcontractor quality programs, inspection and test procedures, and personnel qualification records.
  • Ensure all required testing and inspections are performed on schedule and to standard, establishing Witness and Hold points as appropriate to scope and risk.
  • Identify and control nonconformance items, including stop work orders, corrective action planning, and disposition approval and verification.
  • Initiate corrective action for deviations in corporate document and process compliance.
  • Coordinate qualified testing laboratories and third-party inspection agencies to assure compliance.
  • Submit monthly quality reports identifying measurable results and trends, and maintain all project quality documentation, including inspection logs, test reports, receiving and off-site vendor inspections, corrective actions, and key performance indicators.
  • Partner with the Project Manager on all quality-related issues and decisions.
  • Mentor and develop project team members and junior quality staff, building quality capability across the project.
  • Lead an active role in the commissioning and startup process for equipment and systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 6+ years of construction QA/QC inspection experience, including a lead role on complex projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of construction inspection and testing techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead quality programs with minimal oversight.
  • Willingness to travel for extended assignments within the region.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, you'll be coordinating across trades, subcontractors, vendors, and project leadership.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • OSHA 30-Hour certification.


Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged and under contract to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without prior agreement will be considered the property of Barton Malow with the right to engage at our sole discretion without any obligations or fees owed.

About Barton Malow Company

Barton Malow Company is a construction company that provides pre-construction, construction management, design-build, program management, general contracting, technology and equipment installation services. The company serves various industries including healthcare, education, sports and entertainment, industrial, energy, and federal. Barton Malow Company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan.
Learn more about Barton Malow Company
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1.5 billion

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