Quality Control / Quality Assurance Specialist

About the role

Spees Design Build (SDB) is a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm dedicated to delivering mission-critical design solutions for federal agencies. As an SDVOSB, we are committed to supporting those who serve and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive quality reviews of drawings and specifications at all phases of design (SD, DD, 35%, 65%, 95%, and 100%).
• Verify that design documents are accurate, complete, coordinated, and aligned with the project scope and contract requirements.
• Identify design conflicts, missing information, and inconsistencies between architectural and engineering disciplines.
• Ensure drawings are clear, constructible, and properly formatted prior to submission.
• Code & Standards Compliance Review design documents for compliance with applicable building codes, life-safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure alignment with client design guidelines, federal standards, and project-specific technical criteria.
• Verify that specifications accurately reflect the intended design and applicable standards.
• Apply established QA/QC procedures and checklists to ensure consistent document quality across projects.
• Track and coordinate review comments to ensure all items are addressed prior to submission.
• Support multidisciplinary design reviews and internal QA/QC meetings.
• Aid in maintaining document control and revision tracking processes.
• Review specifications, reports, narratives, and technical documentation for clarity, consistency, and completeness.
• Confirm alignment between drawings and specifications prior to final submission.
• Affirm that all required deliverables are included and properly organized.
• Maintain QA/QC logs and quality documentation for project records.
• Collaborate with project managers, discipline leads, and consultants to resolve quality issues.
• Communicate review findings clearly and professionally to the design team.
• Participate in coordination meetings and support continuous improvement of design quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in Architecture/Engineering (AE) design, construction documents, or technical design review.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary design coordination (architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil).
• Working knowledge of building codes, life-safety requirements, and design standards.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and document management systems preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Essential Functions

• Sitting at a desk and working on a computer for prolonged periods.
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Occasional travel to various project sites for field investigation and construction inspection (20%).

What SDB Offers

• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Medical and Dental Insurance Options
• Company Life Insurance Plan
• Tax-free Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• 15 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick leave
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications (DOE).

Benefits

• Growth, Gratitude, and Opportunity
• Team-building retreats
• Quarterly events

Company Information

• Awards:
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2025
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2024
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2023
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2022
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2021
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2020