Independent Contractor Field Inspector Jobs in Reno, NV

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R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced and motivated Utility-Scale Field Quality Control Representative to support quality assurance and quality control activities on utility-scale power, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects throughout the United States. This field-based role is responsible for ensuring construction activities are performed in accordance with project specifications, company standards, customer requirements, and industry regulations while working closely with field operations to promote quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Working alongside Superintendents, Foremen, Project Managers, and project teams, the Field Quality Control Representative performs inspections, verifies workmanship, coordinates testing, maintains quality documentation, and helps identify and resolve quality issues before they impact production. Success in this role is measured by the ability to maintain exceptional quality standards, support safe and efficient project execution, and reinforce the R-2 standard of excellence.
Position: Utility-Scale Field Quality Control Representative
Location: Initial Project located in Wadsworth, NV (Nationwide job sites to follow)
Travel Requirements:
• This is a field-based position requiring 100% travel to active project sites throughout the United States
• Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and work extended schedules as required to support project demands
Salary: $90k - $120k DOE
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform daily field inspections to verify work complies with project specifications, approved drawings, quality standards, and customer requirements
• Inspect heavy civil, earthwork, underground utilities, trenching, concrete foundations, drilled pier foundations, and Horizontal Directional Drilling activities as applicable
• Verify layout, dimensions, elevations, grades, tolerances, and completed work prior to acceptance
• Coordinate material testing, field testing, and third-party inspection activities
• Document inspection results, test reports, deficiencies, corrective actions, and quality records
• Monitor construction activities to identify quality concerns before they become rework or schedule impacts
• Work closely with Superintendents, Foremen, Project Managers, survey crews, inspectors, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues
• Assist with implementation and enforcement of project-specific Quality Control Plans
• Maintain organized project quality documentation and support project turnover requirements
• Participate in customer meetings, quality audits, and project inspections as required
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the project
• Support field leadership by providing technical guidance related to quality standards and specifications
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of quality control, quality assurance, inspection, or field construction experience within heavy civil, underground utilities, concrete, renewable energy, or utility-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, utility-scale concrete foundations, underground utility installation, grading, trenching, drilled pier foundations, and Horizontal Directional Drilling operations
• Experience reading and interpreting project plans, specifications, shop drawings, testing requirements, and construction documents
• Knowledge of construction materials, testing procedures, and industry standards including ASTM and AASHTO
• Experience coordinating testing agencies, inspectors, and subcontractors
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively with field operations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic project documentation systems
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, quality workmanship, and operational excellence
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project schedules require
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug screening and background check
What Success Looks Like:
The successful Utility-Scale Field Quality Control Representative:
• Consistently identifies and resolves quality concerns before they impact project performance
• Maintains complete, accurate, and timely quality documentation
• Builds positive working relationships with field operations while maintaining quality standards
• Supports successful project inspections, testing, and customer acceptance
• Earns the trust and confidence of project teams and customers through professionalism and technical expertise
• Strengthens R-2 by continuously improving quality, consistency, safety, and operational performance
Our Leadership Philosophy:
At R-2 Contractors, technical expertise may open the door-but leadership is defined by how you develop people, build teams, and live our Core Values.
Our leaders are expected to:
• Lead with integrity, humility, professionalism, and accountability
• Put the safety and success of their people first
• Coach, mentor, and develop future leaders
• Build trust through consistent execution and open communication
• Foster teamwork while empowering others to grow
• Hold themselves and others accountable to the highest standards
• Protect and strengthen the culture that makes R-2 different
• Leave their team stronger than they found it
The R-2 Core Values
PRIDE - We take ownership of our work, our people, our equipment, and our reputation. Every project reflects the pride we have in our craft.
• Do What's Right
• Put Your Name On It
• Never Accept Mediocrity
• I Am R-2
• Grow or Die
GRIT - We embrace challenges, solve problems, overcome adversity, and never allow obstacles to define our success.
• Dig Deep and Grind It Out
• Give It Your All
• Do What It Takes
• Dedication
OWN IT! - We don't make excuses or point fingers. We own the outcome, communicate early, solve problems, and continually improve ourselves and our teams.
• Do What You Say
• Be Accountable
• If You Ain't First, You're Last
• Accept Criticism
• Own Your Position
Benefits:
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company funded plans available for the entire family)
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're ready to lead utility-scale concrete crews, develop exceptional field personnel, and help build some of the nation's most critical power infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.
At R-2 Contractors, we don't simply place concrete-we build infrastructure, develop leaders, strengthen teams, and create a culture that refuses to settle for anything less than excellence.
Apply today and help us build what's next.
R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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