Senior Construction Observer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Be the Eyes That Shape the Future of Communities

Are you ready to step into a role where your keen eye for detail and passion for quality construction will directly influence the infrastructure shaping our communities? QK is looking for a Senior Construction Observer to be our trusted field expert-ensuring that every pipe laid, every curb poured, and every ramp installed is done right the first time .

At QK, we don't just monitor construction. We build trust, enforce quality, and protect our clients' vision from the ground up.

What You'll Do

As the Senior Construction Observer , you'll :

• Represent QK in the field , acting as a liaison between contractors, project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with agency-approved plans, specs, and safety standards, including Caltrans.
• Observe, document, and report daily construction progress across diverse projects-public works, private development, transportation, water / wastewater, and more.
• Guide junior staff and help foster technical growth within the team.
• Maintain accurate project records including observation reports, time-and-materials logs, and as-built drawings.
• Proactively spot risks and recommend solutions for delays, weather issues, and emergencies.

You'll Be Hands-On With :

Why Join QK?

The Ideal Candidate :

Ready to Build More Than Just Infrastructure?

Apply today to join a team where your observations build trust, elevate communities, and ensure a legacy of excellence.

Requirements

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Construction Managers work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Planners, and other technical staff members. The Construction Manager will also lead a team of Construction Observers and Project Assistants / Project Administrators and / or Construction Project Managers. The Construction Manager will report to their respective Branch Manager and / or the Construction Management Group Leader. This person must develop close relationship with all members of the construction discipline throughout the company, as well as Branch Managers and Senior Engineers and / or Engineering Group Leaders. These relationships are necessary in order to promote our "One Company" philosophy.

QK understands that solutions for today's challenges require innovation created by sharing diverse perspectives openly and safely, which is why we celebrate and cultivate diversity and our inclusive environment.

QK is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. QK provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, etc. All employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, and business needs. QK encourages all qualified applicants to apply.

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

Please no calls, emails, or additional contact for inquiry. Our HR team will be in contact with you if we need additional information or wish to schedule an interview with you.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that QK does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, QK will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, QK explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of QK.

Salary Description

$43 - $50 DOE