Building Quality Assurance Inspector - Federal

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and client-focused onsite Quality Assurance Inspector for engagement on significant projects in the Nation’s Capital. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring construction quality and compliance, contributing to the successful delivery of projects. As a member of our team, you will observe, document, and verify construction activities to ensure conformance with contract drawings and specifications. You will serve as Jacobs’ primary onsite representative, playing a key role in monitoring project progress, supporting quality assurance, and helping ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, quality-focused inspections of materials and workmanship during project construction.
• Monitor labor and safety conditions.
• Maintain daily inspection logs and photographs including records of defects and/or omissions.
• Document differing conditions or field issues encountered and assist with resolution.
• Monitor performance of the work compared to established schedules and report any deviations.
• Coordinate Fire and Life Safety, Environmental and other 3rd-Party testing.
• Participate in progress meetings with clients, design professionals, and construction contractors.
• Facilitate and document QA/QC meetings including Pre-Installation conferences.
• Monitor submittals, RFIs, and Changes as they relate to work in progress.

Requirements

• Experience on Building Projects valued at $10M or more (this can include building renovations).
• At least 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Control.
• At least 10 years’ experience in buildings projects.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical construction or renovation projects.
• Familiarity with OSHA Regulations and construction testing.
• Demonstrated ability working with client, contractor, and design teams.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and use of PMIS.
• Physical requirements include accessing all areas of buildings in a safe manner including using ladders.
• Strong verbal skills for face-to-face meetings and sound writing skills for reports.

Qualifications

• An associate or bachelor’s degree (2- or 4-year program).
• Additional relevant professional training or certifications (ideal).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan (for eligible employees).
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $130,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job posted on August 19, 2026. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.