Field Quality Representative Intern

Crux Subsurface, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is a geotechnical drilling company merging innovation with experience to consistently provide accurate data and efficient, constructible solutions to projects of any size.

Our multidisciplinary team combines the expertise of structural and geotechnical engineers with experienced drillers, construction managers, geologists, and quality management specialists.

The Field Quality Representative Intern at Crux Subsurface will be involved in a variety of shallow and deep foundation construction projects, emphasizing design-build delivery methods for electrical transmission and distribution projects.  The Field Quality Representative Intern will interface with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of engineering and construction management personnel. This position will be responsible for validating the quality of the constructed work and ensuring conformance with project quality management plans, engineering design documents (drawings and specifications), project contracts, and state and local requirements.

This position is based out of Spokane Valley, Washington; however, the Field Quality Representative Intern will travel and primarily work remote to support projects. This position will also support Crux’s quality team completing administrative tasks in a remote or in office setting as required.

Hourly: $18.00

• Review and interpret project documents to understand quality inspection and reporting requirements.
• Review and interpret all available geologic and geotechnical data in advance of fieldwork.
• Plan and collaborate with and receive direction from multiple stakeholders (Operations management, Engineering, and Construction personnel).
• Perform technical tasks (measurements, calculations, etc.).
• Develop, maintain, and submit pre-construction planning documentation, including construction work plans and schedules, quality management plans, and submittals.
• Receive, inspect, and track materials.
• Perform inspections of work quality and materials.
• Develop, maintain, and submit accurate and complete quality and materials management records.
• Collect and perform independent review and audit of quality records developed by construction personnel.
• Sample, characterize, and log geotechnical materials using company procedures and commonly accepted standards.
• Develop, maintain, and submit daily construction field reports.
• Sample, prepare, and transport grout and concrete specimens.
• Install, operate, and troubleshoot geophysical testing and downhole imaging equipment. Review and interpret results and readings for adequacy.
• Accurately perform and complete administrative tasks as required.

• In-progress undergraduate degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, geologic science, construction management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and planning skills.
• Strong work ethic – able to work in a team and willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Able to balance, kneel, crouch, and walk/hike through uneven and steep terrain, occasionally at high altitude.
• Able to climb ladders and equipment and access working platforms 4 to 6 feet above ground.
• Able to access remote work sites by travel on helicopter.
• Valid United States driver’s license.
• Able to travel domestically (required).