Field Quality Director
Company: GMF Steel
Location: Lakeland
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: $125,000-$180,000 GMF
Steel Group is looking for a high-energy, experienced Field Quality
Director. The Field Quality Director is a key asset in our field
operations to ensure GMF's standards of excellence are achieved in
safety, quality, and efficiency. Responsibilities: Observe,
inspect, and provide reports on GMF projects for compliance with
plans and specifications regarding workmanship, materials,
installation and construction methods, in accordance with AWS D1.1,
D1.3, AISC Chapter N, and RCSC. Perform structural & miscellaneous
steel welding and erection inspections in accordance with AWS,
AISC, RCSC standards, and bolting. Perform surveying and
dimensional checks. Work with field crews for in-process
inspections. Provide recommendations or necessary changes to the
project team regarding contract plans and specification relative to
all phases of GMF scope of work. Provide surveillance at project
sites and assist project team in problem resolution. Review and
maintain qualification and performance records to assure
compliance. Follow, maintain, and Improve GMF's AISC Certification
Program. Liaise Between Shop, Detailing, Purchasing, and Project
Teams to maintain quality AISC standards. Certify that all welders
have met qualification and performance requirements. Review change
orders, modifications, RFIs, and submittals. Monitor projects
schedule. Review and ensure QA and safety plans are adhered to by
the site personnel. Qualifications: CWI Certification preferred.
Ability to read structural steel drawings. Good written and verbal
communication skills and ability to work independently. Willingness
to travel overnight, approximately 30-50 days a year, and work
overtime when needed. Familiar with AWS D1.1, D1.3, AISC Chapter N,
and RCSC. Comfortable working at heights and using 100% tie-off.
Experience working at heights and maneuvering structural steel.
Capable of lifting at least 40 lbs. Bilingual a plus. Structural
steel welding/ironworking experience preferred. Familiar with
structural steel tolerances. Experience writing reports and using
excel. Document results to validate or indicate deviations from
existing standards. Perform bolt and weld inspections on structural
steel. Will require walking steel and working at heights. Check and
document column plumbness. Teach field personnel about tolerances
and code requirements. Salary: $125,000-$180,000 Dependent upon
experience Eligible for a Performance Bonus Benefits/Perks: Health,
Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, and a 401k Match Program Paid Time
Off About GMF: GMF Steel Group is an Inc 5000 company and one of
the fastest growing Steel firms in the Southeastern US. GMF Steel
Group is headquartered in Lakeland, Florida with offices in Tampa,
Panama City and Concord, NC. GMF Steel Group is in Lakeland,
Florida and produces over 20,000 tons of Structural Steel annually
with the latest BIM fabrication technology. GMF Steel Group
services the Southeastern US and Gulf Coast with over 300 employees
across 4 offices. GMF Steel Group core sectors of the Structural
Steel market include Amusement Parks, Sports Arenas, Office,
Education, Health Care, Hospitality, Retail, and Light and Heavy
Industrial projects. GMF incorporates the latest technology through
Building Information Modeling (BIM) to integrate all facets of
Steel Construction and 4-D modeling. GMF Steel Group is an AISC
Certified Fabricator and Erector. GMF Steel Group takes pride in
recruiting and developing the best talent through education of the
latest technology and best practices.
Keywords: GMF Steel, North Port , Field Quality Director, Construction , Lakeland, Florida
