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Quality Control Lead

Southland Industries Inc.
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026

 

 

 

Position Summary

The Quality Control (QC) Lead is responsible for overseeing the overall implementation of the Quality Control Plan and coordinates all project testing, inspections, and reporting matters directly with the Project Commissioning Lead, Shop Managers & Project Team. Continuously improves the quality of the program through the full project life cycle on multiple projects or shop sites. 

Position Details

  • Manage and document inspections for jurisdictional, contract compliance and 3rd party requirements. document management of inspection set of drawings and individual tests leading up to final inspection coordinate jurisdictional visits with trade superintendents, include required and appropriate documentation in programs (such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)) for testing documentation. 
  • Maintain certifications for qualified individuals and continuity logs verify work being done in accordance with qualified procedures and individuals. 
  • Ensure that all materials and construction are in accordance with the requirements for the completeness, accuracy and constructability in accordance with applicable building codes and project specifications. 
  • Participate in progress and QC meetings.  Review contract drawings and identify areas/scopes where items need addressed to confirm install scope is in alignment with CD’s.  Verify RFI’s and/or submittals cover any differences. 
  • Document fabrications in accordance with Work Package’s.  Identify deficiencies in either quality or accuracy, document deficiencies via NCR and have corrected prior to shipment to site.  Provide summary visit information and documentation to communicate with team status of WP’s. 
  • Verify equipment and systems installed comply with appropriate install details, requirements manufacture and/or contract drawings, completeness and quality. Develop list of items that need corrected with Trade Superintendents and/or Shop Managers. Track and oversee items on list to completion.  Involved in L2 process and documentation for equipment receiving and set in place (ready for energization).  Work through resolution of owner punch items relating to install scope quality with Trade Superintendents, Shop Managers, and other team members. 

Qualifications 

  • Strong understanding and experience in Lean construction/manufacturing 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills 
  • Strong analytical and project management skills 
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects 
  • Advanced customer service skills 
  • Strong  presentation skills 
  • Experience in progressive quality control roles preferred 
  • People management preferred 
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite—Excel and Word and Bluebeam 
  • Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) Certification is strongly preferred 
  • Experience with Quality Control for Electrical Work is Preferred 
  • May be required to work between multiple sites. 

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Wellness benefits 

 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

 

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

 

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

 

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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