Construction Quality Assurance Analyst

Overview

This position will serve as a Construction Quality Assurance (QA) Representative responsible for assisting Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in execution of construction along the borders of the United States. The construction QA representative shall have experience in construction oversight execution, controlling and closing of projects. A background in construction management is required. The candidate shall have strong communication skills, a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions, and possess the skill of creative problem solving. This position is in El Centro, CA. 

This is a full-time, temporary position lasting 12-36 months.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

Representative responsibilities include the following:

• Maintain surveillance, on a day-to-day basis, over the full range of field engineering activities associated with specific phases of a major military construction project.
• Provide expertise and guidance concerning safety and quality assurance. Ensure adherence to safety regulations in day-to-day construction activities.
• Review contractor's proposed schedules for logic, adequacy, and practicability that milestones will be met.
• Review contractor's payment estimate submittals, progress measurement data, and reports of materials and equipment used.
• Prepare daily activities report, which includes instruction to contractor representative, quantities of pay items placed, weather conditions, progress of construction, reasons for delay, and any unusual problems encountered.
• Provide expertise and guidance concerning safety and quality assurance to all sections and personnel under the purview of the project.
• Ensure compliance with environmental Best Management Practices per the contract.
• Support project related outreach efforts as required.
• Support construction oversight manager and Government COR/Project Manager as directed in support of construction execution.
• Analyze problems and review and interpret the requirement of plans and specifications.
• Monitor the layout of work and inspection of all work in progress.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of construction oversight experience including surveillance, monitoring, and controlling construction of all types (horizontal construction preferred), to ensure compliance with contract documents and to ensure use of proper construction materials and techniques. Experience should also include reviewing construction technical data for progress reports, preparing data for processing of pay estimates for construction projects, and enforcing construction industry and safety standards on construction projects.
• One or more of the following certifications are highly preferred:
  • OSHA 30 Construction 
  • Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) 
  • Construction Quality Management (CQM)
  • EM 385-1-1
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Autodesk, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in managing multiple projects with independent schedules and budgets simultaneously.
• Ability to travel between job sites, if requested. Ability to work flexible hours. 
• Physical Requirements. Candidates should be able to:
  • Walk or climb to inspection points.
  • Have mobility, endurance, and the ability to work in varied weather and terrain.
  • Work in hot, cold, or humid conditions.
  • Maintain focus and precision in inspection tasks.
• This position is located in El Centro, CA.

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually

Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Please note: The ability to pass a background investigation will be required for this position. This will include (but not limited to): criminal history, driving record, educational verifications, etc. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

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Job Locations

US-CA-El Centro