Quality Engineer I

Mortenson is currently seeking a Quality Engineer I that will be responsible for quality control processes on a project for assigned scopes of work, potentially partnering with senior quality managers on larger projects, while managing, monitoring, reporting, and analyzing project quality performance and leading corrective/preventive actions.

Foster strong teamwork orientation and promote diversity

Build strong cross-cultural relationships and influence others at all levels, resolving cross-cultural conflicts appropriately

Serve as a technical resource and guide for project team staff

Implement the Quality Management Plan and system for all assigned divisions of work from notice to proceed through final acceptance

Oversee quality inspection of materials and work, conduct quality inspections, and identify non-conformances with project requirements

Manage Non-Conformance Notices (NCN) and the Request for Information (RFI) process through corrective actions

Train and manage project personnel on their roles, responsibilities, and processes to support Mortenson’s Quality System

Discuss and resolve technical issues with customers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring design documents meet customer requirements

Capture and share best practices used on the project, and identify opportunities to enhance margin or minimize risk through means-and-methods or material selection

Effectively work and build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience

Minimum one year of experience within the design, engineering, or construction industry

Current driver’s license

Ability to conduct constructability reviews, quality reviews of design documents, shop drawing reviews, and submittal reviews for assigned scopes of work

Knowledge of the design-bid-build process

Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge in the use of large cranes, mechanical systems, and utility-based medium and high voltage electrical systems

Self-starter, independent worker, and computer literate

Strong teamwork orientation

Basic knowledge of construction processes, systems, and project management

Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match

Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources

Tuition reimbursement

The base pay range for this role is $76,600 MIN - $95,800 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Please make note:

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more.

We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.

No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.).

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.