QC Engineer

Pay

Expected salary range: $145,000 – $185,000, depending on experience.

About the role

Tutor Perini O&G Joint Venture is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Engineer to join the Manhattan Jail Project in Manhattan, NY. The project is a $3.8 billion, state‑of‑the‑art correctional facility that will include dedicated space for on‑site services and programming, indoor and outdoor recreation, food services, staff offices, amenities, below‑grade accessory parking, a secured entry, 1,040 beds, 125 accessory parking spaces, and 20,000 sq ft of community and commercial space on the ground floor.

Responsibilities

• Expand and develop standard operating procedures and processes to achieve the highest levels of quality for the construction project.
• Assist with the creation of project‑specific Quality Management Plans and verify implementation of each plan.
• Develop quality metrics that empower teams to review quality execution and work cross‑functionally with operations to address trends.
• Manage a team of quality professionals to execute administrative tasks related to site evaluations, quality reporting, and site‑specific quality planning.
• Conduct random site evaluations, including follow‑up evaluations to ensure corrections have been made to deficiencies.
• Create mechanisms for sharing best practices and quality issues across project teams and among all quality personnel.
• Act as a resource for field operations, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local quality regulations (e.g., ADA, ASHE, NFPA, UL, ASTM, FBC).
• Develop and update comprehensive training curriculum for field operations, Quality Department staff, and subcontractors.
• Stay abreast of trends and evolving best practices by participating in quality‑focused organizations and forums, and keep the company informed of updates to standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in MEP quality control on building construction projects.
• Proven experience conducting inspections, audits, and managing quality documentation.
• Familiarity with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with quality management software and Microsoft Office.
• Relevant certifications in quality management (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma) are a plus.

Company Overview

Our mission: We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Our vision: To be the preeminent full‑service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world‑class execution, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results, and fostering a culture where employees thrive.