Construction Inspector Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Company Background:
Washington Equipment Manufacturing Company, Inc. (WEMCO, Inc.) is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of productivity-enhancing solutions, such as overhead cranes for material handling, automated aerospace tooling and parts, agricultural equipment, and custom machinery used in multiple industries around the world.

Job Purpose:
The Construction Quality Control (CQC) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering the project Quality Control (QC) program. This position ensures compliance with contract documents, government regulations, and company standards. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) construction requirements and EM 385-1-1 standards, with demonstrated experience in hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainable construction practices.

Employment Type:

Full-time (Approximately 50% on-site, 50% office-based; travel required)

Job Responsibilities:

• Participates in pre-construction, design, scheduling, and project kickoff meetings to provide input on quality control requirements and expectations
• Develops, implements, and maintains procedures for the USACE three-phase control system, including preparatory, initial, and follow-up phases
• Manages submittal creation, review, and tracking to ensure contract compliance
• Reviews project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and submittals, throughout the project lifecycle
• Identifies and documents non-conformities, performs root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions
• Coordinates with project managers, engineers, superintendents, safety officers, subcontractors, and suppliers to address quality issues and non-conformances promptly
• Monitors subcontractor and supplier performance to ensure timeliness, efficiency, and quality
• Conducts regular site inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality standards, specifications, and applicable codes
• Provides training and guidance to project teams on QC procedures, best practices, and regulatory requirements
• Participates in monthly project review meetings to discuss schedule, quality metrics, and opportunities for improvement
• Implements and maintains the CQC Plan onsite, ensuring all personnel and subcontractors understand and comply with QC requirements
• Manages material testing, test report preparation, and coordination with third-party testing agencies
• Maintains certifications of onsite laborers and ensures compliance with all testing and inspection specifications
• Communicates effectively with project stakeholders, including Government Quality Assurance Representatives, OSHA, Environmental, and Fire personnel
• Supports the project manager and superintendent in maintaining project schedules and quality objectives
• Assists in accident reporting and hazard analysis as required
• Reviews plans and specs to confirm requirements for each definable feature of work (DFOW).
• Conducts and/or attends QC meetings, pre-final, and final inspections; prepares punch lists and ensures deficiencies are corrected

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a QC Construction Manager.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience on USACE or federal government construction projects.
• Experience and qualifications must meet USACE requirements.
• Current USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractor’s certification (required).
• OSHA 30-hour and EM 385-1-1 training.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification and familiarity with heavy equipment safety requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance for base and project access.
  

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position involves work in our shop where work will be performed both indoors and outdoors. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 30 pounds and will occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use fine finger manipulation, use hands to handle and grasp, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb and balance, bend, stoop, twist, and/or crouch. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.

Benefits:

• 401k Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental insurance options through Colonial Life
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Referral Program
• Use of company truck & fuel card when traveling to and from job sites/working out of town
• $80,200 - $87,500 DOE + Per Diem, lodging, and travel pay