Construction Quality Assurance WABO Inspector, Redmond

Job Description

Job Description Company Description

On November 28, 2025, AAR joined SOCOTEC, marking an exciting new chapter in our company’s history. This partnership builds on AAR’s long-standing legacy of technical excellence, integrity, and people-focused service. By joining SOCOTEC, we expand our reach and capabilities as part of a unified team of more than 1,700 experts nationwide. Together, we deliver broader, integrated solutions to better serve our materials testing and construction quality clients.Founded in 1989, AAR has continuously provided construction quality assurance, quality control, special inspection, and materials testing services throughout Washington State. AAR is a Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) certified independent special inspection and materials testing agency headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Our laboratories in Redmond, Lacey, and Wenatchee are accredited by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).Job Description

Quality Assurance/Control Inspections Material Testing (WABO Certification Required) Review approved construction drawings and specifications Communicate with contractor workers, foremen, superintendents, project managers, building inspectors and report findings Write concise inspection reports using specific language pertaining to contract documents, approved drawings, and any applicable codeCommunicate with AAR office to report inspection observations, scheduling and sample pick up coordination Supervise and train junior inspectors and testing technicians Perform observations and inspections mainly related to

Concrete/Steel/Civil Inspection and verification of materials for compliance to the plans and specifications Ensure work is performed in accordance with the Contract, Specifications, and RFC plans Accurately complete quality records relating to material testing, hold-point inspections, and material receivingInitiate non-conformance processes when materials, products, tools, equipment or Work do not meet the required specifications Review of contract documents Study project specifications to determine appropriate construction methods and procedures Ensure that contractors comply with specificationsThe ability to obtain certifications to perform in-field material testing Other duties as assigned by the manager Qualifications

(Preferred but not limited to) Previous experience in a project quality role (Preferred but not limited to) Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or Three (3) years’ relevant work experience plus a technical or Associate’s degree, or five (5) years of relevant inspection experience WABO certificationExcellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) Valid driver’s license Energetic, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize and manage a multi-task workload

Additional Information

Salary Range:

$30-55/hour, depending on qualifications Benefits Free Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees. Family can be covered at an additional cost. 401K program with employer contribution Paid Time Off Company Paid Holidays Incentive: Sign-on bonuses up to $2000 may apply All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.