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About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

The Hensel Phelps Way is built on four pillars: People, Process, Partnership and Technology.

Position Description:

The Lead Quality Control Engineer (LQCE) will be experienced in managing the QC process on Hensel Phelps projects and in exercising judgment and discretion in making quality control-related recommendations, implementing quality control policies and procedures, and handling a wide variety of quality control matters in the field and office. They may be tasked with assisting and mentoring less-experienced QC engineers when multiple QC resources are deployed on a single large project. Alternatively, they may be tasked with performing QC activities on multiple smaller projects. This is a safety sensitive position.

Position Qualifications:

• A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture or construction management.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience on large commercial construction projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Technically experienced and capable of comprehending the specifications, standards, and code requirements for all disciplines (i.e., architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical).
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel-based templates, Prolog, Primavera and AutoCAD.

Essential Duties:

• Review and update the project quality process log (QPL) and provide comments to the QC manager.
• Under the oversight of the PS, direct the removal and replacement of non-conforming work and stop work not in compliance with the contract.
• Be fully aware of the contract, plans, specifications and applicable codes. Submit and review RFIs to ensure changes are implemented in the field.
• Receive trade partner test and inspection requests and produce a coordinated daily test and inspection schedule.
• Actively participate in the work completion tagging process, in-house punch list process and the pre-final punch list process to document deficient items in the field.
• Audit trade partner quality control procedures and participate in the quality recognition program.
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement process (CIP) and lessons learned and be a leading advocate for these programs.
• Perform safety and housekeeping inspections through the SAFE program.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.

• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.

• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.

• Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.

• The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.

• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.

• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.

• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.

• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.

• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.

• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.

• Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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