QA/QC Specialist

DEA's Salem, OR office is seeking a QA/QC Specialist to support transportation related projects. The responsibilities for this position will be diverse and will include:

* Interact and support project client representatives and stakeholders

* Participate in the proposal writing and review process with regional marketing staff

* Assist engineering and office staff with various tasks, including but not limited to: plan reviews, report reviews, writing specifications and developing cost estimates and construction schedules.

* Communicate effectively with Subconsultants, Contractors, Owners or Engineering Staff. Lead or participate in project meetings, as directed.

* Coordinate with internal teams and subconsultants to edit and develop scope and fee, reconciling comments with internal reviewers and clients.

* Assist project managers with monitoring adherence to scope, fee, and change management.

* Maintain effective working relationships with clients and internal teams for steady flow of work and communication, project schedule, and project milestones.

* Document control and project file management.

* Manage, track and review subconsultant schedules, budgets and deliverables

* Manage, track and review ADA design and construction deliverables

* Assure that the Contractor's Quality Compliance program meets required standards and specifications for each project.

* Inspect, monitor, and document construction work to assure that the work performed is in close conformance to the Plans and Specifications, rejecting work that does not meet contract requirements.

* Document quality and quantity of work using General Daily Progress Reports, Pay Notes, Field Inspection Reports, digital photos, etc.

* Act as the representative of the Client in communications with the Contractor, public, and other interested parties.

* Review contractor test reports for completeness, accuracy, and acceptability

* Track and log RFI's and submittals from Clients and Contractors

* Prepare for and assist in Agency and Client audits of project documentation

* Perform design related tasks under the supervision of the Project Manager

* Prepare construction schedules for design projects

* Perform reviews at specific points during project design

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Physically able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Strongwritten and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and clear motor vehicle report

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Departments of Transportation, local municipalities and utilities, or local, state and federal regulatory agencies
• Familiarity with GIS
• Technical memorandum and report writing skills.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
• 401k
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

DEA is proud to be an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Potential office locations include: Salem, OR.