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MEP Quality Control Specialist - Federal Projects in Dothan

Date Posted: 21 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Do you know MEP systems inside and out and take pride in getting every test, submittal and turnover package right? A federal general contractor with steady military and government construction work in the Wiregrass region of Southeast Alabama is hiring an MEP Quality Control Specialist. You'll be the go-to expert on mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection quality, working side by side with the quality control manager, project manager and superintendent to deliver projects that pass inspection the first time.

What You'll Do

  • Own the full MEP and fire protection submittal process, from review and routing through final approval
  • Plan and perform MEP inspections and testing, and document results in daily quality control reports
  • Support the three-phase inspection process with preparatory, initial and follow-up inspections
  • Evaluate subcontractors' capabilities and make sure they're set up to meet project quality requirements
  • Assist with design reviews and code conformance on design-build projects
  • Manage calibrated test equipment and keep calibration records current
  • Organize quality records and deliver complete, on-time turnover packages, including startup and commissioning documentation
  • Lead periodic quality training for field supervisors and help keep the jobsite safe and OSHA compliant

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of MEP experience on industrial, commercial or federal construction projects
  • A thorough understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and controls systems, including installation, coordination, startup and commissioning
  • USACE or NAVFAC experience is a big plus, along with familiarity with RMS/QCS
  • CQM-C certification, or the ability to obtain it, plus any inspection licenses or certifications the project requires
  • Strong attention to detail and a high standard for accuracy
  • Clear communication and the ability to work well with project teams, owners, subcontractors and craft employees

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary, bonus and benefits
  • Health and dental insurance, plus company-paid life and long-term disability coverage
  • Paid vacation and holidays and a 401(k)
  • Long-term federal work with a stable, growing team
  • Room to grow into a quality control manager role

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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