Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) to provide construction quality management and quality assurance support for mechanical construction, renovation, repair, and modernization projects at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

The successful candidate will oversee and evaluate mechanical construction activities involving heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), air handling units, mechanical equipment, building automation systems, and related infrastructure.

This position requires extensive mechanical construction experience, knowledge of federal construction standards, and demonstrated experience with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) construction quality management procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Mechanical Construction Quality Assurance

• Perform continuous on-site surveillance and inspections of mechanical construction, renovation, and modernization activities.
• Evaluate HVAC and mechanical system installations for compliance with approved drawings, specifications, applicable codes, and contract requirements.
• Participate in the USACE Three-Phase Inspection Process, including preparatory, initial, and follow-up inspections.
• Monitor construction contractor quality control activities and document mechanical construction deficiencies.
• Observe and document mechanical equipment testing, inspections, commissioning, and system performance verification.
• Monitor mechanical construction activities involving air handling units, ventilation systems, steam heating systems, building automation systems, and related infrastructure.
• Review and evaluate mechanical work associated with sprinkler systems and other building mechanical repairs, as applicable.

Technical Review and Construction Management

• Review mechanical construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation.
• Evaluate RFIs and RFCs and provide technical recommendations.
• Review proposed mechanical design modifications, equipment substitutions, construction changes, and change order requests.
• Evaluate mechanical construction schedules and identify potential delays, deficiencies, or coordination issues.
• Review installation methods, mechanical equipment specifications, and materials for compliance with contract requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations regarding mechanical system performance, construction deficiencies, and corrective actions.
• Support coordination between mechanical, electrical, and general construction disciplines.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare daily inspection reports and signed weekly construction activity reports.
• Utilize the USACE Resident Management System (RMS) for documentation and reporting.
• Maintain inspection checklists, testing documentation, deficiency records, and construction progress photographs.
• Attend weekly construction progress meetings with architects, engineers, and construction contractors.
• Document technical issues, project delays, corrective actions, and construction progress.
• Review mechanical as-built drawings, equipment warranties, and operation and maintenance manuals.
• Assist with project closeout inspections and punch list development.

Safety and Compliance

• Monitor mechanical construction activities for compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements.
• Conduct or support monthly safety spot checks and document safety observations.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment installation deficiencies, and potential construction hazards.
• Maintain familiarity with the USACE Safety and Occupational Health Management System (CE-SOHMS).

Required Qualifications

• Current license as a Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) or Licensed Master Mechanical (HVAC) Contractor.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant field experience in mechanical construction, renovation, repair, or modernization.
• Prior experience utilizing and participating in the USACE Three-Phase Inspection Process.
• Prior experience applying USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, construction methods, and installation practices.
• Ability to interpret mechanical construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience conducting construction inspections, quality assurance reviews, and contractor performance evaluations.
• Strong technical reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with multidisciplinary construction teams.

Required Training and Certifications

The following must be obtained or completed within 90 days of reporting to the project site:

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training
• Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C)
• Familiarity with USACE Safety and Occupational Health Management System (CE-SOHMS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting USACE, DoD, or other federal construction projects.
• Experience with HVAC and mechanical systems in hospitals, healthcare facilities, or other mission-critical environments.
• Experience with air handling unit replacement, steam heating systems, ventilation modernization, and building automation systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical commissioning, testing, adjusting, and balancing procedures.
• Familiarity with USACE Resident Management System (RMS).
• Experience with construction projects involving operating rooms, sterile processing departments, or other specialized healthcare environments.

Additional Requirements

• Must work on-site at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.
• Must possess valid government-acceptable identification and meet applicable federal installation access requirements.
• Must be able to complete required background screening and obtain and maintain applicable access credentials, including a Common Access Card (CAC), as required.
• Must maintain professional conduct and comply with installation security and safety requirements.
• Must be available for occasional schedule adjustments outside normal clinic hours with advance notice and approval.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an active military medical center and construction environment. Responsibilities include mechanical construction inspections, technical document reviews, contractor coordination, and observation of mechanical system installation and testing. Work must be performed while minimizing disruption to patient care and essential healthcare facility operations.