CHUKWUEMEKA ETUOKWU
THOMPSON ENGINEERING
Jonesboro,GA
13
years of professional experience
Senior Quality Control Inspector and Engineering Technician with 10+ years of experience in ICC special inspections, construction materials testing, quality assurance, and field engineering support across commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and mission-critical data center projects. Currently supporting a hyperscale data center construction project in Abilene, Texas with Thompson Engineering, performing QA/QC inspections and verifying compliance with approved construction documents, project specifications, and applicable industry standards. Experienced in reinforced concrete, structural masonry, structural steel and bolting, spray-applied fireproofing, soils testing, concrete testing, and FF/FL evaluations. Strong knowledge of IBC, ICC, ACI, ASTM, and AWS requirements.
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
11 Months- Currently supporting construction quality control and ICC special inspection activities for a hyperscale data center project in Abilene, Texas.
- Perform QA/QC inspections for mission-critical infrastructure construction.
- Inspect reinforced concrete, structural masonry, structural steel, bolting connections, and spray-applied fireproofing systems.
- Verify reinforcing steel placement, spacing, concrete cover, embeds, clearances, formwork installation, and concrete placement activities.
- Review concrete mix designs, placement procedures, curing methods, and compressive strength results.
- Perform soil density and compaction testing using nuclear density gauge equipment.
- Prepare inspection reports, NCRs, and corrective action documentation.
- Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to resolve deficiencies.
Engineering Technician
4 Years 4 Months- Performed construction materials testing and ICC special inspections.
- Conducted reinforced concrete and structural masonry inspections.
- Performed field and laboratory testing in accordance with ASTM, ACI, and ICC standards.
- Prepared daily inspection reports and communicated findings to project stakeholders.
Field Technician
1 Year 10 Months- Performed testing of soils, aggregates, and concrete materials.
- Assisted with concrete placement observations, slab inspections, and quality documentation.
Form & Frame Carpenter
1 Year 10 Months- Constructed and installed structural formwork systems.
- Interpreted construction drawings and layouts.
Construction Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Assisted with formwork installation, reinforcing steel placement, and concrete operations.
- Supported foundation construction and quality control activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Certified Computer Repair & Hardware Technician
Skills
ACI Certification
ICC Reinforced Concrete
ICC Structural Masonry
ICC Structural Steel & Bolting
ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing
ICC SOIL
FF/FL Evaluation
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
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07.2025 - CurrentRead More
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03.2016 - 01.2018Read More
Form & Frame Carpenter
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04.2014 - 02.2016Read More
Construction Technician
PROFESSIONAL GRADE CONSTRUCTION
01.2013 - 03.2014Read More
Certified Computer Repair & Hardware Technician
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Ambrose Alli University
Bachelor of Science from Mathematics
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PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- 10+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection, quality assurance, and construction materials testing.
- Current QA/QC experience supporting a hyperscale data center construction project in Abilene, Texas with Thompson Engineering.
- Extensive experience with commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and mission-critical construction projects.
- Strong working knowledge of IBC, ICC, ACI, ASTM, and AWS standards and requirements.
- Experienced in reinforced concrete, structural masonry, structural steel and bolting, spray-applied fireproofing, soils testing, and FF/FL evaluations.
- Proven ability to identify field deficiencies, prepare detailed inspection documentation, and coordinate corrective actions.
- Effective communicator with contractors, engineers, owners, and project management teams.